Top Bangalore Art & Culture

Take a deep dive into Bengaluru’s "Pete" Market on this half-day small-group walking tour. Soak in the sights and sounds of what is the city’s heart and soul, and explore areas selling rice, cotton, and other goods. Meet vendors, visit jewelry and silk workshops, absorb the scents and colors of the photo-worthy flower market, and see the Tipu Palace and Kote Venkateshwara temple. Tour includes snack stops, lunch at a local eatery, and entrance fees.

One of the most valuable cities in India, Bangalore is called Silicon Valley of India. Beautiful parks, picturesque lakes, and pleasant weather make it a great tourist place and experiences footfall round the year. If you are in this third largest city, you cannot miss this tour. Bangalore is a city that cannot be missed exploring and in this tour, we get you all the handpicked places that allow you to know the best of Bangalore. Bangalore Palace, Lal Bagh Botanical Garden, Big Bull or Nandi Temple, Tipu Sultan Summer Palace, Iskcon Temple, Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum are covered in this tour. All these places attract tourists round the year and help them to take away a lot of intangible things, which they love. Book this tour now a lot of memories worth sharing. Tour Pick-up Time: 9:00 am

Discover Bangalore's scenic countryside on a small-group guided bicycle tour. Begin with breakfast at a farm stay before taking off along a scenic trail, passing a temple complex, a silk factory, and a 4th-generation pottery place, where you can try your hand at your own pottery with the help of an instructor. Then pedal through the Nandi Hills, returning to the farm stay afterward for a fresh buffet lunch made from organic vegetables. All biking equipment is included.

Visit some of South India's most impressive Hindu temples with this private excursion from Bangalore. You can either borrow a motorcycle or get pick you up bright and early from your hotel and ferry you out to Talakadu, home to the 14th-century Vaidyanatheswara Temple. Your next stop will be the black-granite Keertinarayana Temple, followed by lunch. IN the afternoon, you'll be whisked away to Somnathpur, home to the 13th-century Chennakesava Temple, celebrated for its beautiful carvings.

Travel to Shravanabelagola by classic motorcycle or private car on this full-day tour. Fuel yourself with breakfast and climb the 600 steps to the top of a massive statue depicting Gomateswara, son of the first Jain Tirthankara Rishabha Deva. Take in stunning views from the top and learn about the statue’s spiritual significance. After your climb, visit a traditional home for a delicious vegetarian lunch.

Explore the highlights of Bangalore with your own private guide on a full-day tour of top attractions including ISKCON Temple. You'll also take in the Tudor-style architecture of Bangalore Palace, see the tucked away remnants of Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace, stroll the lush grounds of Lalbagh Botanical Garden, and visit the rock-cut caves of Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple. Learn about the history of Bangalore from your guide as you travel in your own private vehicle on a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

See the best of Bangalore in just a day with this action-packed cultural tour. Begin with a stroll through the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, home to an incredible array of rare tropical plants. Head to the Bull Temple to see the massive Nandi Bull statue, learn about local government at Vidhan Soudha, visit the hilltop ISKCON Temple, and explore the ornate Bangalore Palace before your tour concludes.

Mysore and Srirangapatna make an ideal day trip from nearby Bangalore, but organizing transportation to explore independently takes up valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, reach both sites in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle—with breakfast, lunch, and round-trip transportation from your central Bangalore hotel included. Follow your guide through lush sugarcane plantations to historic Srirangapatna—home to 9th-century temples and ancient dungeons—and explore the palaces and fortifications of Mysore.

In this awe-inspiring journey, you will discover that stone was clay in the hands of a breed of legendary sculptors, the likes of which are no longer around. We will explore a variety of fascinating sites from different eras. These include ancient Hindu temples with mind-blowing carvings and a millennia-old giant monolithic statue perched on an idyllic hilltop. Breakfast and lunch are included in the price

Experience the highlights of Bangalore in half a day with this private tour. Discover the historic charms of Cubbon Park, the State Parliament House with its distinctive South Indian architecture, the magnificent remains of the Summer Palace, and the Bull Temple with its massive statue of Nandi Bull. Your local guide will provide historical background and share the stories behind every monument.

Get an up close look at the beauty of Bangalore City on this full-day private tour that includes stops at Bangalore Palace and Vidhana Soudha. Visit Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, where lush gardens and colorful plants provide the perfect urban oasis. Then make your way to Vidhana Soudha—a stately government building located on the edge of Cubbon Park, before stopping to admire the splendor of Bangalor Palace and Tipu Sultan’s Palace. Your expert guide will provide insight into the historic Bangalore Fort and you’ll enjoy private air-conditioned transport (with an option to upgrade to include lunch) to all of the sites.

Experience authentic Bangalore on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city. Explore and experience some of the most important places of this beautiful city that are not to be missed, including some hidden yet prominent lanes and places that we bet you can't even find on internet. Visiting these places will truly enrich your experience of visiting the city, and if you are an observer, these mesmerizing places will definitely charm you and hold your interest throughout the tour. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you.

Take a 3-hour cooking lesson in a private Bangalore home that culminates with a delicious meal with your hosts. The chef Archana welcomes you into her kitchen to learn to make several traditional Gowda dishes from her family recipes. You might prepare bisi bele huli anna (rice, vegetable, and lentil), holige (lentil-stuffed flatbread), ragi mudde (millet flour balls), or mamsada saaru (stewed mutton). Perfect for people who seek an authentic experience of culinary traditions and Karnataka hospitality. Includes cooking lesson, and full meal with appetizers, dessert, and beverages.

Experience the grandeur of regal Bangalore as you visit its magnificent palaces and forts on this 5-hour tour. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you walk the ramparts of Bangalore Fort and learn its fascinating history. Next, tour the 18th-century Tipu Sultan's Palace, once the sultan’s lavish summer residence, then marvel over the Tudor-style architecture of Bangalore Palace. This private tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Waking up to Bengaluru on the “Good Morning Bengaluru” cycling trail is a treat for a traveller seeking beyond the ordinary. This trail is an ideal opportunity to step out before the humdrum of the city begins, and you will witness the quaint old quarters of the city that is beyond the IT parks. Try the best coffee in town, witness the traditional art of “Rangoli” (Mandalas), visit an urban dairy and sample delicious breakfast treats in iconic restaurants. Not just that, you will also experience the cultural significance of prayers in an ancient cave temple, connect with the locals and understand our way of life on a delightful morning every day of the week.

KR Market Photo Walk is curated by Tours+, a Rustik Travel initiative to Explore, Discover and Learn about the cities, towns and the places we live in or we visit. We cover history, culture, heritage, architecture, spirituality and more during these tours, and in this case street photography. Learn the nuances of photography through your camera phones or DSLR cameras while you walk around the crowded marketplaces and streets of Bangalore. You will learn the street photography the way it is meant to.

See the best of Bangalore with this comprehensive full-day tour. Over the course of 8-9 hours, learn about the city’s history from its humble pre-medieval origins to its current status as a cosmopolitan IT hub. Visit a local temple, bazaar, gardens, church, heritage buildings, an archeological museum, and much more. This tour includes all entrance fees, a delicious South Indian lunch, and the services of an English-speaking guide.

Bewitching Ruins Trail is a 4 day guided experiential tour to Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal & Aihole. Key highlights include exploring the ruins of Vijayanagar empire at Hampi, magnificent temples of Hampi, remarkable sculptures,  village experience & cave paintings at Anegundi, riding a coracle on the Tungabhadra river and exploring the caves temples of Badami, Aihole & Pattadakal.

Discover the folklore of Bangalore on a journey to nearby towns during this day tour. See the silk cocoons and industry of Ramanagara, visit the town of Channapatna where they make wooden toys, discover thousands of pieces of village art at the Karnataka Folk Museum, and visit a village house that is home to a 400-year-old Banyan tree. This door-to-door tour is inclusive of entrances fees and a delicious lunch.

Discover the beautiful process of making silk on a day tour from Bangalore to Mysore. See various aspects of the silk production process from one of the largest silk cocoon auction markets in Asia to and spinning and weaving at a Mysore factory set up by a Maharaja. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the nearby palace built by the Maharajah of Mysore and round-trip transportation from your Bangalore accommodation.

Boring same old hangout? Presenting… Uptreat Exotic Couple Experience is an ideal night out for couples. Spend time together experiencing unforgettable moments. The enchanting experience falls every Tuesday & Thursday of the week. Blow away your partner with the exuberance of fairy light ambience. Stretch within a cosy personal couple-tent, watch an exotic movie, dine under the stars, take a dip in the pool or smoke a sheesha if you wish! For special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries the decoration can be personalized to your liking.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of ancient archeological site, Hampi, on a private 2-night trip to the UNESCO-listed landmark from Bangalore. Alongside a guide, you’ll explore the town of Hospet and discover the rich history of ancient sites like Hampi and the 7th-century Virupaksha Temple. Absrob the sacred atmosphere of sites like Sasivekalu Ganesha — home to a giant statue of Hindu god, Ganesh — and listen to insightful commentary about the history-rich region. Two nights hotel accommodation, breakfast and entrance fees are included on this private tour, on which you’ll receive the undivided attention of your guide.

On this walking tour around Bangalore you will see the sights of the city and experience normal everyday life from up close. Explore ancient temples and peaceful neighborhoods with a local guide, who will bring the history of the city to life through their stories. It’s an easy walk with plenty of stops, ideal for a variety of fitness levels.

A full-day tour of Bangalore that covers some of the most prominent “Must see” sites and yet takes you through the back alleys to give you an insight into the local way of life. Soak in the prominent green spaces of Bengaluru along with visiting beautifully architectured temples, that stands as a testament to the beginnings of the city. Ride in the comfort of your car to beautiful palaces of the Royals listening to little known stories of their quirks and thrills. Local breakfast and a delicious plantain leaf lunch culminate this tour where you sit back to allow us to introduce you to our city the way we know best.