One-Day Trip from Bangalore: Exciting Destinations near Bangalore

List of Places for One Day Trip from Bangalore

Brief Outings

1. Bannerghatta National Park (21Km from Bangalore)

The Bannerughatta Biological Park in Bengaluru was created from the Bannerghatta National Park in 2004. It’s managed by the Zoo Authority of Karnataka and covers 731.88 hectares. The park includes a zoo, safari, butterfly park, and nature camp. Activities involve maintaining the zoo, conducting safaris, breeding endangered species, and caring for rescued animals. Administrative staff oversee park operations. You can visit Website for more information.

We were lucky enough to visit this awesome place, you know. The safari was the best part of the whole experience. When you see those animals up close, it feels like you’re getting excited and nervous at the same time. We saw a tiger, watching the white tiger was a treat for the eyes. And the hilarious part? One bear was dancing—you know, swinging from side to side. It was so much fun watching him.

Location: Bannerghatta Rd, Bannerughatta, Bengaluru

Ticket Price:

• The ticket price may range from Rs.30 to Rs.6,200. It depends on various factors such as the day of your visit, whether you are an adult or a child, whether you opt for safari, zoo, or both, and many other considerations.
• You can find the detailed information on their Website.
• Remember, Once the payments are made for the services, no refunds or cancellations will be entertained or honored.

Timing: (Entire Week)

For Zoo and Butterfly Park- 9:30am – 5:00pm

For Safari- 10:00am – 4:30pm

Best Time To Visit: October – June

Activities:

• Zoo
• Butterfly Park
• Safari
• Boating

2. Nandi Hills (61.2 Km from Bangalore)

Nandi Hills, also called Nandidurg, is a hill fortress in Karnataka, India. It features Tipu Sultan Fort with its stone carvings and wall paintings, including Tipu’s Drop viewpoint. The hills are believed to be the origin of several rivers. Tourists flock here for the sunrise views, and in 1986, Nandi Hills hosted the first SAARC summit.

Location: Nandi Hills, Chikkaballapur

Ticket Price:

• There will be charges for the car parking.
• Visiting is free, but if you’re camping or paragliding, it might cost anywhere from Rs.1500 to Rs.5000 per person.

Timing: 6:00am – 10:00pm (Entire Week)

Best Time To Visit:

Nandi Hills is a great place to visit any time of the year, but the best time is during winter, from November to February. That’s when the mountains look their best, and you can get perfect pictures of the sunrise and sunset.

Activities:

• Can enjoy Sunset and Sunrise
• Paragliding
• Camping
• Cycling
• Trekking
• Can visit Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple
• Tipu’s Drop

3. Markandeya Hills (64.9 Km from Bangalore)

The hill is believed to be where Sage Markandeya, son of Sage Bhrigu, prayed to Lord Shiva to escape death. Locals say there are marks of Yama, the god of death, on the hill, which are worshipped by believers. When we visited this temple, the experience was indescribable. We felt immense peace and had a desire to stay there as long as possible, without speaking. Unlike other temples surrounded by crowds and shops, this place is serene and untouched by commercialism. It’s a must-visit destination, and we guarantee that you’ll want to come back again and again after your first visit.

Location: Markandeya Hills, Kolar, Karnataka

Ticket Price: No charges for visiting the temple.

Timings: Can visit any time of the week from 10am to 1pm. On Mondays temple closes at 4pm.

4. Shri Kotilingeshwara Swamy Temple (95.5 Km from Bangalore)

Kotilingeshwara Temple, located in Kammasandra village in Karnataka’s Kolar district, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It’s famous for having one of the world’s largest Shivalingams. The main attraction is a gigantic linga that’s 108 feet tall, along with a 35-foot-tall idol of Nandi, Lord Shiva’s bull, surrounded by hundreds of thousands of small lingas spread across 15 acres of land. The Nandi idol sits on a platform that’s 60 feet long, 40 feet wide, and 4 feet tall. Within the temple premises, there are eleven smaller temples dedicated to various deities. There’s also a water tank near the linga where devotees perform Abhisheka, a ritualistic bathing ceremony. The idols in the temple range from 1 to 3 feet in height.

Location: Koti linga Temple, Road, Kammasandra, Karnataka

Ticket Price:

• Bike parking charges : Rs.10
• Temple ticket: Rs. 20
• Laddu Prasad: Rs.60 – Rs.100 (Inside temple)

Timings: Open all week from 7am to 9.30pm.

Extended Adventures

1. Lepakshi Temple (122 km from Bangalore)

Lepakshi Temple, also known as Veerabhadra Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Virabhadra, a fierce form of the god Shiva. Built in the 16th century, it showcases stunning Vijayanagara-style architecture with intricate carvings and vibrant paintings. The temple is a nationally protected monument and is renowned for its elaborate fresco paintings depicting scenes from Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata. Notably, there’s a massive Nandi (bull) sculpture, carved from a single stone, located about 200 meters away from the temple. It’s considered one of the largest of its kind globally.

We recently visited this temple. It’s not like your typical temple with new paintings and decorations; it maintains its originality. You’ll feel calm here. The famous hanging pillar is widely known, but do you know the secret? It’s not entirely hanging anymore, dust has collected under it, so now we can’t pass cloth or paper entirely under it. Nonetheless, it’s worth visiting as you’ll see beautiful sculptures here.

Location: Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

Ticket Price:

• There’s only parking charges and rest visiting the temple is free.
• Jataayu Theme Park – Rs.10 per person.

Timing: 7:00am – 6:00pm (Entire Week)

Best Time To Visit: October – February

Activities:

• Can visit temple
• There’s Nandi near the temple, it’s carved from just one stone.
• Jataayu Theme Park
• You can also purchase handmade toys and decoration items made of wood.

2. Halebeedu (210 Km from Bangalore)

Halebidu, once known as Dwarasamudra, served as the royal capital of the Hoysala Empire in the 11th century CE. This town is famous for its ancient temples, which exude a sense of positivity. Remarkably, these temples still maintain their original architecture from ancient times. One such temple is the Hoysaleswara Temple, dedicated to the god Shiva. Visiting this temple was an unforgettable experience. Another temple worth exploring is the Shri Veeranarayana Swamy Temple.

Location: Halebeedu, Hassan district

Ticket Price: There’s no charges for visiting any temples in Halebidu.

Timing: All day open except night.

Best Time To Visit: December – February

Places to Visit:

• Can visit temples like Hoysaleswara Temple and Shri Veeranarayana Swamy Temple.

Bonus: Shravanabelagola Jain Temple

When you’re traveling to or from Halebeedu, consider stopping by the Shravanabelagola Jain Temple near Channarayapatna in the Hassan district.

The towering Gommateshwara Bahubali statue in Shravanabelagola holds immense significance for Jains. It’s a renowned pilgrimage site for followers of Jainism. Centuries ago, this area flourished with magnificent sculptures and structures, especially during the rule of the Western Ganga dynasty. According to legend, Chandragupta Maurya, a significant historical figure, embraced Jainism and lived as a monk until his passing on a hill in Shravanabelagola.

3. Mysuru (143 Km from Bangalore)

Mysore is home to the centuries-old Devaraja Market, brimming with spices, silk, and sandalwood. Even if you only have one day, you can explore many places here. The iconic Mysore Palace steals the spotlight in this city. If possible, try to visit the palace on Sunday evening, you will be amazed by the lighting show. The palace looks breathtaking adorned with all those lights.

You can also explore places like St. Philomena’s Cathedral Church, Lokaranjan Aqua World Underwater Zoo, Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore Zoo, and many more. Oh, and don’t forget to visit the Government silk factories, you will be amazed by their Mysore silk sarees and other silk varieties.

Location: Mysuru, Karnataka

Ticket Price and Timings: There are lots of places and every place has different charges. Like,

• For Mysuru Palace there charges starts from Rs.50 and they are open entire week from 10am to 5.30pm.
• For Lokaranjan Aqua World Underwater Zoo it’s Rs.149-Rs.500. You can visit any time of the week from 9am to 8pm.

Best Time To Visit: October – March

Places to Visit:

• Mysuru Palace
• Lokaranjan Aqua World Underwater Zoo
• Mysuru Zoo
• St. Philomena’s Cathedral Church
• Mysuru Railway Museum

4. Shivanasamudra (133 Km from Bangalore)

During one visit, you can witness two waterfalls: Barachukki, standing at a height of 69 meters, and Gaganachukki, towering at a height of 90 meters, collectively known as Shivanasamudra. The spectacular views of the rushing Gaganachukki and Barachukki waterfalls will undoubtedly leave you in awe.

Location: Chamarajnagar, Cauvery Beat, Karnataka

Timing: Entire week from 9am to 5pm.

Ticket Price: Only Rs.5 per person.

Conclusion

Planning for a day trip near Bangalore is not as easy as it may seem. First, you need to decide where you want to go, then explore the places you can visit along the same route. Next, check the timings, as it’s crucial, and for attractions like the zoo or safari, make sure to book tickets in advance. In this blog, we have listed some of the best places we’ve had the chance to visit near Bangalore, whether it’s for a short trip or a longer one-day adventure, covering both options.

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