Explore Bengaluru

Morning: Temple Visits and Legendary Breakfast

6:30 AM: Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

• Begin your day at the Bull Temple in Basavanagudi, an ancient shrine dedicated to Nandi. The massive monolithic Nandi statue and the tranquil surroundings set the tone for a spiritual morning.

7:15 AM: Dodda Ganapathi Temple

• Right next door, visit the Dodda Ganapathi Temple, known for its large Ganapathi idol adorned beautifully with butter and flowers.
• Gavi Gangadareshwara Temple believed to be 500 years old natural cave temple.

8:00 AM: Breakfast at Vidyarthi Bhavan

• Head to Vidyarthi Bhavan, a short walk away, for its world-famous benne masala dosa (butter dosa). This iconic eatery has been delighting locals since 1943. Pair your dosa with a steaming cup of filter coffee for the perfect start.

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon: History and a Hearty Lunch

10:00 AM: Kote venkatramana temple

• Explore Venkatramana Temple, an 17th Century temple.

11:30 AM: Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace

• Stroll to Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, a beautiful wooden structure showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture. Its intricate carvings and historic ambiance make it a must-visit.
• Vidhana Soudha - a visit to Vidhana soudha the iconic legislative assembly.

1:00 PM: North Karnataka Lunch

• Treat yourself to an authentic North Karnataka meal at Nagarjuna Residency or New Krishna Bhavan, located near the Fort area. Feast on jolad rotti, yennegai, saaru, and other delicacies served on a banana leaf.

Afternoon to Evening: Spiritual Calm and Shopping Fun

3:30 PM: ISKCON Temple

• Head to the grand ISKCON Temple in Rajajinagar. Spend a peaceful hour enjoying the temple’s serene vibes, majestic architecture, and spiritual ambiance. Participate in the chanting and aarti if time permits.

5:30 PM: MG Road and Brigade Road Shopping

• Make your way to Bengaluru’s bustling MG Road and Brigade Road, hubs of shopping and urban excitement.
  • For Traditional Shopping: Stop by Cauvery Handicrafts for authentic sandalwood items, silk sarees, and souvenirs.
  • For Modern Finds: Explore the high-street fashion stores and quirky boutiques along Brigade Road.