Top Bangalore Art & Culture

I have an unbridled passion for the city, especially it's historical significance of various places worth a mention. I'm well-versed in English and can get down to explaining a detailed understanding of events that actually went down at these spots. I can assure great company, awesome music and a fun time :) ********* See the remains of an old Bangalore Fort, the abandoned armoury and the summer house of the former great Mysore ruler - Tipu Sultan. Delve into the cultural side by seeing a 300 year old temple with its intricate architecture. See the lush green spaces of a park unparalled by no other built during the British Raj. Explore the various statues and memorials situated here. Take a look at some fine examples of South Indian architecture of an imposing, majestic Legislative building & the High Court. Check out what a cantonment church looked like from back in the day of the British rule. And finally, the Bangalore Palace which belonged to the Wodeyar dynasty **********

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Experience Bangalore’s diverse cultural heritage with a 3.5-hour walking tour of the city’s historic sites, temples and landmarks. Start the day local-style with a coffee at a neighborhood restaurant, then receive a blessing at a centuries-old temple. See and old-fashioned community gymnasium then learn about traditional healing and medicine. Visit a Muslim place of worship, and make a wish at a place celebrated by multiple religious. Learn about life inside the historic Pete, then finish your tour at Cottonpet Circle.

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.

See beautiful Bangalore with a photographer’s eye on this private photowalk. You’ll begin early morning in the lively Grand Flower Market, where trucks arrive laden with fresh blooms and petals. Next you’ll visit the centuries-old Bangalore Fort, Hindu Temple Kote Venkataramana, and Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace. Your guide will lead you from site to site with careful attention to safety.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Gain art and craft insights during this excursion in Bangalore. Opt to visit a pottery town, a women’s empowerment project, a cartoon gallery, or an art gallery, or learn Rangoli, block printing, or henna, and customize your itinerary to your preferences when choosing the Private option Tour.

Explore Lepakshi on your own terms during this 13-hour private tour from Bangalore. Choose between a private car or a Royal Enfield motorcycle as your method of transportation, visiting highlights such as the Virabhadra temple and Nandi. Breakfast and lunch included.

Discover the ancient royal capital of Mysore on a sightseeing tour from Bangalore. Enjoy a delicious South Indian breakfast before embarking on a journey to Mysore. Visit key landmarks such as the Chamundi Temple, Mysore Palace, the Devaraja Urs Market, and more as you learn about the history of the region from your tour guide. This package includes all entrance fees, breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

If you want to see Bangalore at a fast pace, get fit, and get your bearings of the city too, then this is the perfect tour for you! By going on a private running tour, you won’t have to worry about keeping up with a group, and can go at your own pace. Pack more into your day than you’d be able to on a walking tour. Highlights include Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, and Bull Temple.

Experience the culture, history, architecture and cuisine of Bangalore on this 5-hour walking tour that showcases the best of this diverse and dynamic city. Visit eclectic markets, sample a savory south Indian breakfast and make stops at temples, palaces and forts with an expert local guide. This small-group experience is sure to be a memorable way to learn about Bangalore and get oriented to its landmarks.

This tour include visit to Nandi Hills the Milky white clouds of Nandi Hills will make you get lost in its beauty. See hilltop Temple & Tipu Sultan’s Fort. Transport by AC vehicle, entrances to monuments mentioned in the itinerary and English speaking guide service is well included.

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

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.