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Location Icon Bangalore

Bangalore City Tour: See Top Sights with Expert Guide

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Overview

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Overview

Quotes Logo The Bangalore City Tour is a full-day adventure to the best places in Bangalore. Travel in a comfy, private car and learn about the city from an English-speaking guide. You can even listen in other languages like French, Spanish, or Japanese with provided earphones!

Get ready to see amazing places! First, explore Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a huge garden made in 1760 by Hyder Ali. Then, visit the Bull Temple to see a giant bull statue carved from one rock. The tour also stops at Vidhan Soudha, a building that looks like a palace, the ISKCON Temple, and the Bangalore Palace, built by kings from Mysore.

This tour takes care of everything. It includes a private car, lunch, and a guide who stays with you all day. The tour includes Hotel pickup and dropoff and multi language audio support. You will need to pay for your own drinks. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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See Bangalore's Best Spots: Visit top places like Lalbagh Garden and the Bull Temple in one day.

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Private Car: Travel around Bangalore in your own comfortable car.

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English-Speaking Guide: Learn about the city from a friendly and knowledgeable guide.

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Lunch Included: Enjoy a tasty lunch as part of your tour.

Sentiment Analysis

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Most customers had a wonderful time seeing the best of Bangalore with a friendly guide. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers loved having a private car and driver.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many reviewers appreciated the guide's knowledge and helpfulness.

    Positive Highlight Icon Visitors enjoyed seeing the main attractions of Bangalore.

    Positive Highlight Icon The tour was a great way to experience Bangalore in a short amount of time.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some visitors felt that some locations charged extra fees.

    Negative Highlight Icon Traffic can be a problem, so some stops are shorter.

The Journey

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Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Escape into the verdant oasis of Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a 240-acre haven established by Hyder Ali in 1760. More than just a garden, Lalbagh showcases over 1,800 species of plants, shrubs, and trees, making it a horticulturist's dream and Bangalore's green lung. Experience the world-famous flower show, a visual spectacle that transforms the garden into a floral wonderland. Lalbagh offers a tranquil escape from the city's hustle, inviting you to wander through its serene pathways and discover its botanical treasures.

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Bull Temple

Discover the ancient Bull Temple, dedicated to Nandi, the sacred bull and vehicle of Lord Shiva. This Dravidian-style temple in Basavanagudi, built by Bangalore's founder Kempe Gowda, houses a colossal monolithic Nandi statue, standing 4.5 meters tall and 6.5 meters long. Marvel at the intricate carvings and the spiritual ambiance as you join devotees from across the country who come to pay homage to this revered deity. Legend says an iron plate was placed on its head to prevent its continued growth.

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Vidhan Soudha

Witness the grandeur of Vidhan Soudha, an imposing architectural masterpiece that houses the Legislative Chambers of the Karnataka state government. Standing tall at nearly 46 meters, this neo-Dravidian building is a symbol of Bangalore's political power and architectural prowess. Admire its majestic facade from the outside, appreciating its intricate details and the sheer scale of this working government building, a testament to the city's administrative importance.

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ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Ascend to the serene heights of the ISKCON Temple Bangalore, a magnificent temple perched atop a hill. Experience the devotion and tranquility as you immerse yourself in the teachings of Krishna Consciousness. Admire the temple's stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and vibrant atmosphere, offering a spiritual retreat from the bustling city below. Founded in 1966, ISKCON promotes bhakti yoga, encouraging devotion to Lord Krishna through thought and action. Engage with the community and discover the profound philosophy behind this global movement.

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Bangalore Palace

Step back in time at the Bangalore Palace, a Tudor-style marvel reminiscent of Windsor Castle. Built by the Wodeyar Kings of Mysore, this palace features fortified towers, battlements, and turrets. Explore the opulent interiors, adorned with elegant wood carvings, floral motifs, and relief paintings. An audio tour guides you through the lives and times of the Wodeyar dynasty and their relationship with the British Empire. Note: If visiting on a Monday, an alternative visit to Tipu Sultan's Palace will be arranged.

Know Before You Go

This Bangalore city tour includes a private car for transportation, a delicious lunch, and an English-speaking guide to show you around. Audio guides in multiple languages are available upon request when booking. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience. Drinks are not included in the tour price.

Hot Tip

Start the tour early to avoid traffic. Consider bringing a snack or drink for in between lunch stops, and wear comfortable shoes.

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