Private Walking Tour into the Oldest Local Market in Bengaluru

5.0
(5 reviews)

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

As a local who has lived in Bangalore and shopped in the Chickpete area for years, I've guided many across the myriad maze of stores and lanes that make this market one of the biggest in Bangalore.
We walk around streets that are popular and not so popular as well.
We sample some local sweets and snacks (If the travelers like to)
We make stops at heritage buildings and learn about those
We visit really old stores selling Indian handloom textiles and related products.We also stop by tucked-away stores in case the group wants to buy curios or gifts.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Water, Food and shopping to be borne by travellers. Carry local currency for shopping from hawkers.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Gate of State Bank of India with a stone plaque the says "Mysore Bank circle"

End point

The Raja market circle from where one can either walk back to the meeting point or catch an auto

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The Oldest Local Market of Bengaluru that is home to many wholesale and retail store pockets as well as heritage buildings. There are some buildings that are over a century old and some stores that are also as old and still in business. You will get to experience the Local Indian market bustling with activity. And walk through lanes and bylanes to discover smaller markets selling handloom products. Best place to also buy curios from

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    An old market with shops selling silver and gold ornaments, curios and a lot of other related accessories and products. There are hawkers here that assemble beaded necklaces etc

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    More than a century old building that holds a lot of history. It's a heritage structure. We shall take a walk inside and also visit a century old shop on the ground floor.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • One should be able to walk in crowds
  • Not recommended for travellers with Knee issues or walking issues
Supplied by Priyanka Rajwar

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Seasonal
DSA non-compliant
Zombie

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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