Mysore

"A
glimpse
of
Southern
India"

Mysore
Tourism
Famously known as The City of Palaces, it wouldn?t be wrong to
say that Mysore is one of the most flamboyant places in the
country. It is replete with the history of its dazzling royal heritage,
intricate architecture, its famed silk sarees, yoga, and sandalwood,
to name just a few. Located in the foothills of the Chamundi Hills,
Mysore is the third most populated city in the state of Karnataka,
and its rich cultural heritage draws millions of tourists all year
round.

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About Mysore
Suggested Itinerary
Commuting tips
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Suggested
Itinerary

Day 1- Arrive and check-in. Then visit St. Philomena Church,

Brindavan Gardens and Amba Vilas.
Day 2- Begin day at the banks of Karanji Lake. Then visit
Chumundi Hills Bull Statue, Sri Chamundeshwari Temple and
Zoological Gardens and Srirangapatna.

Commuting
in
Mysore
The best way to travel within the city is to hire an auto rickshaw.
They are the most reliable and accessible way of commuting
within the city as one can pay by meter during the day. However,
after 10 pm, they charge 50% more than the meter reading, and
after midnight you will have to pay twice the meter reading. One
can also hire private taxis for the whole day from Car rental
companies. Many hotels provide this service as well. Buses are
also run by the State Government in and around Mysore. They run
along fixed routes, and the cost is nominal. One popular mode of
commuting among the tourists is the Tonga which is a horse
carriage. Although it is a slow mode of transport, the experience is
worth at least once.

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 1.
Mysore
Palace

Open
Time : 10:00 AM -5:30 PM
Cost : Adults: INR 40
Children (below 10 years): Free,
Children (between 10 and 18 years): INR 20,
Foreigners: INR 200,
Students: INR 10

The former residence of the royal family of Mysore, the Mysore

Palace is an extremely breath-taking example of the Indo-
Sarcenic style of architecture. It was built in the year 1912 for the
24th Ruler of the Wodeyar Dynasty, and is till date one of the
biggest palaces in the country. It's one of the most popular and
well known tourist attractions in India.

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 2.
Somanathapura
Temple

Open
Time : 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost : Indians: INR 5,
Foreign Nationals: INR 100
Children (Up to 12 years): No entry fee
Videography: INR 25

The village is named after Somnath, the commander of the

Hoysala army who founded this place. It has a perfect natural
setting for a family picnic. Also, the Somnathpur temple is a
classic example of the stone carvings in Hoysala architecture.

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 3.
Brindavan
Gardens

Open
Time : Garden timings: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM,
Music fountain show: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (Weekdays) and 6:30
PM - 8:30 PM (Weekends)
Cost : Adult: INR 15,
Child: INR 5

Built across the Kaveri river, these beautiful gardens were

constructed by Krishnaraja Wodeyar. These gardens spread over
60 acres of land and were modeled after the Shalimar gardens of
Kashmir. The beauty of these gardens multiplies in the evenings
when the fountains light up in various colors.

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 4.
Mysore
Zoo

Open
Time : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Closed on Tuesdays.
Cost : Adult: INR 50 (Weekdays), INR 60 (Weekend), Child (5-12
yr): INR 20 (Weekdays), INR 30 (Weekend)

One of the best zoological gardens in India, it was established in

the year 1892 by Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar for the royals
and handed over to the Department of Parks and Gardens of the
State Govt on attaining freedom. Along with being home to
various species of birds, mammals and reptiles, this zoo also
engages in captive breeding of exotic and endangered species.

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 5.
Chamundeshwari
Temple

Open
Time : 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM -
9:00 PM
Cost : No entry fee

Built atop the Chamundi Hills, this temple dates back to the 12th
century. The idol of the main deity is made of gold. Also featured
in this temple is a intricately engraved seven storey Gopuram and
a silver plated entrance.

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 6.
GRS
Fantasy
Park

Open
Time : Sunday: 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM,
Monday - Saturday: 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM
GRS Fantasy Park is a theme based amusement park and one of
the favorites among the locals of Mysore. It offers some really
amusing rides and activities making it a perfect spot for friends
and families to hangout.

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 7.
St.
Philomena's
Church

Open
Time : 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost : No entry fee

Recognized as the second tallest church of Asia, St. Philomena's

Church was constructed to pay tribute to the Catholic Saint and
martyr of Roman Catholic Church, Saint Philomena. It is one of
the most important historical sites in Mysore and is frequently
visited by tourists from all over the country.

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 8.
City
Shopping

While in Mysore, take home Mysore silk saris, Mysore

sandalwood artifacts and handicrafts, incense sticks, and
traditional Mysore paintings called Ganjifa paintings, that the
town is known for.

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 9.
Jaganmohan
Palace

Open
Time : 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Cost : Adults: INR 20,
Kids: INR 10

The palace that housed the royals before the construction of The
Mysore palace, this structure displays various paintings of the
past kings of Mysore and is one of the oldest buildings in the
city.

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 10.
Talakadu

Cost : Free

Nestled on the banks of River Cauvery, Talakadu is town known

for its sand dunes. With a rich past and heritage, the town is also
quite famous among the devotees who come here for a special
worship.

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Restaurants
in
Mysore

Sapphire
Indian
lunch 12.30-2.45PM, snacks 2.45-7.45PM, dinner 8-11PM
INR 700 For Two for two
To dine in a sprawling beautiful hall in royal, traditional style, head to
the Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel. The restaurant has a soaring 30 feet
ceiling with stained glass domed skylights. Order the Royal Mysore
Silver thali which serves various vegetables, breads and sweets on
an assortment of lavish brassware. A perfect place for a fancy dining
experience with the family.
SE of Mysore, Mysore

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 Rrr Mysore Restaurant
Biryani, North-Indian, Mughlai
12 Noon to 4 PM, 6 PM to 11:30 PM
INR 400 For Two for two
Hotel RRR serves the food in a typical Andhra Style on a Banana
leaf. The ambiance is very simple and the place is value for money.
This restaurant is famous for serving some of the best kinds of
Biryanis.
Sri Harsha Road, Near Mahatma Gandhi Statue, Lasker Mohalla,
Doora, Mysore, India

Vinayaka Mylari
South-Indian
6:30 AM to 1 PM, 3 PM to 8:30 PM
INR 300 For Two for two
Though this restaurant is usually quite crowded, it is the ideal place
for a traditional Mysore breakfast with bondas, Vadas, idli and paper
dosas. You must try the Sago stuffed Dosa served with chutney.
79, Nazarbad Main Road, Near Police Station, Yadavgiri, Mysore,
India

Indra Cafe Paras

South-Indian
10:30 AM to 10:30 PM
INR 500 For Two for two
Ideal to enjoy authentic Mysore delicacies, Indra Cafe Paras serves
great Masala Dosas served with sambhar, chutney and rasam. Come
here for a value for money meal, served with warm Kannada
hospitality.
Sayyaji Rao Road, Chamrajpura, Mysore, India

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 Tiger Trail
Continental, North-Indian, Chinese, Italian
7:30 AM to 10 AM, 12 Noon to 3:30 PM, 7 PM to 11 PM
INR 1200 For Two for two
Tiger Trail is located within a heritage hotel. The interiors surely
reflect an old world charm. It's famous place that offers mouth
watering Tandoori preparations and fish dishes.
Royal Orchard Metropole, 5, Jhansi Lakshmibai Road, Yadavgiri,
Mysore, India

Malgudi Cafe
Cafe
10AM-7PM
INR 150 For Two for two
This hotel used to be one of the palaces of the then Maharaja of
Mysore. The setup is based in the inner courtyard within the Green
Hotel. The cafe offers brilliant and addictive coffees and Himalayan
milky teas. A great place to dine in, surrounded by fresh and cool air.
Chittaranjan Palace, 2270 Vinoba Road, Jayalakshmipuram,
Mysore

Top
Budget
Hotels
in
Mysore

9.6 9.5

Red
House
Yoga
Center Beehive
Mysuru
-
Backpackers
# 165, 8th Cross, 3rd Stage, Gokulam, Commune
V.V. Mohalla, Mysore. #176/2, 12th Main, 1st cross, E Block, JP
Starting From ₹
500

Nagar
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449

9.5 9.4

The
Bunkers
Ashram Aashraya
Homestay
169, 2nd main, Yadavagiri #755,12th Main Vijayanagar 1st stage
Starting From ₹
375

Starting From ₹
1,850

9.3 9.0

Hammock
Hostels vrs
dormitary
Maharanapratap Road Kasaba Hobli behind subarb bus stand mysore keshava
Starting From ₹
449

iyengar road halladakeri,mysore

Starting From ₹
200

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