Mysore Tour Packages

Mysore Palace

The perfect symbol of opulence and grandeur, Mysore Palace was once the residence of Wodeyar dynasty rulers who ruled Mysore for seven centuries. The palace is considered as one of the largest in India with more than 2.7 million visitors every year. The brilliant architecture and intricate craftsmanship with which it is built makes it an incredible masterpiece. The doorways and corridors make you travel through time to stories of the past.

The palace consists of pavilions, large halls, and various shrines. During the most celebrated Dasara festival, the palace is richly decorated to display the culture and heritage of those times. In the evening time, when illuminated by 98000 light bulbs, it is a spectacular sight worth capturing in your minds for forever.

Location: Sayyaji Rao Rd, Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru

Timings: Everyday from 10 am to 5.30 pm

Entry Fee: INR 40 per person for adults and INR 20 per person for children

Lalitha Mahal

The second largest palace of Mysore, Lalitha Mahal was initially built to serve as a guest house to the royal family’s guests. It is located at the foot of Chamundi Hills and also offers scintillating views of the hills around.

The exquisite interiors of the palace adorned with Belgian crystal chandeliers and Persian carpets are spectacular. A part of the palace has now been converted to a heritage hotel and is being managed by India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC).

Location: Lalitha Mahal Palace Road, Lalithmahal Nagar, Siddhartha Layout, Mysuru

Timings: Everyday from 10 am to 5.30 pm

Entry Fee: INR 100 per person

Jagmohan Palace

One of the best places to visit in Mysore today, Jaganmohan Palace was initially constructed to be used as a residence for royal family but it was later on converted to an art gallery.

The gallery houses many valuable artifacts and artworks from South India. The famous works of Indian artists such as Raja Ravi Verma’s oil paintings and S.G.Heldnkr’s “Lady with the lamp” are also kept here. The antiques and some intricate masterpieces also feature at the art gallery.

Location: Deshika Rd, opp. City Bus Stand, Devaraja Mohalla, Chamrajpura, Mysuru

Timings: Everyday from 10 am to 5.30 pm

Entry Fee: INR 20 per person for adults and INR 10 per person for children

 

Karanji Lake

Capturing over 90 acres, the largest lake in Karnataka is a beautiful and serene sight. Karanji Lake is situated at the base of Chamundi hills and qualifies as the best option for enjoying nature’s scenic views.

Adding to it, the highlight of the lake is India’s largest walk-through aviary that houses more than 70 species of birds. Serving as a home to migratory birds, it is a picturesque spot for all the bird lovers and nature admirers and one of the must-visit tourist places in Mysore.

Timings: Wed-Mon 8:30 am to 5.30 pm, closed on Tuesday

Entry Fee: INR 10 per person for adults and INR 05 per person for children

Melody World Wax Museum

The third largest art museum of India, Melody World is a one of its kind. As the name suggests, the museum showcases a collection of over a hundred wax statues and over three hundred music instruments.

The instruments and bands are displayed here range from stone age to the modern date showcasing different genres such as Jazz, Pop, Chinese, Tribal, Rock, Punjabi Bhangra, Hip Hop etc. It is a tribute to the famous music artists from all over the world. Also, it is one of the most famous Mysore sightseeing places. 

Location: 1, Vihara Marga, Kurubara Halli, Siddhartha Layout, Mysuru

Timings: Everyday from 9:30 am to 7.00 pm

Entry Fee: INR 30 per person

Railway Museum

The railway museum in Mysore is second largest after the one in Delhi. The museum also puts on display the initial locomotives and steam engines. A mini train takes the visitors on the ride through the premises of the museum.

A section also displays the luxurious travels undertaken by royal dynasties of Mysore which consists of dining rooms, kitchen, and royal toilet. Kids love the place owing to the storehouse of interesting stuff around. Among all the best Mysore tourist places, this is the best attraction visit with kids.

Location: KRS Rd, Opp. CFTRI, Medar Block, Yadavagiri, Mysuru

Timings: Tues-Sun from 10:00 am to 5.30 pm, closed on Monday

Entry Fee: INR 15 per person for adults and INR 10 per person for children

St. Philomena Church

Clearly, Mysore is all about grand architectures! Next in the list of best places to see in Mysore is St Philomena church, which is one of the largest Cathedrals of South Asia. Built in Gothic style, the construction plan of the church has been laid very thoughtfully.

The church’s basement has catacombs below the main altar. The floor plan is laid in the shape of the Holy Cross with Congregation Hall, Choir and Transepts over its ends. The stained glass windows depict the paintings of famous events of Christ’s era.

Location: Lourdes Nagar, Ashoka Rd, Lashkar Mohalla, Mysuru

Timings: Everyday from 5:00 am to 6.00 pm

Chamundi Hills And Chamundeshwari Temple

Chamundi hills are located 13 km from Mysore and there lies a beautifully sculptured Chamundeshwari temple atop the hills. To reach the temple, the flight of 1000 steps needs to be taken.

The architecture of the temple is unique and eye catching with 7 tier gopuram and 7 golden kalash at the top. Handcrafted with excellence, the temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and depicts her with 8 hands (also known as Ashta Bhujas). A tour to the hills and the temple is perfect for a day of sightseeing in Mysore. This is one of the most famous places in Mysore for visiting with family. 

Sri Nandi Temple

Adjacent to Chamundi hills, in the halfway while climbing up to the Chamundeshwari temple, lies the Nandi temple – one of the best must visit places in Mysore for religious tourists. In the mythology, Nandi is depicted as a sacred bull and the friend of Lord Shiva.

The 5 meters tall idol of Nandi is believed to be carved out of a single rock. There are many monkeys around the place, so one needs to be bit careful about their belongings.

Location: Chamundi Hill Rd, Chamundi Hill, Mysuru

Brindavan Gardens

Built across Krishnaraja Sagar Dam, Brindavan gardens are located 23 km from Mysore. It is a famous spot for sightseeing near Mysore and a perfect space to spend a pleasant evening.

The magical fountain show is the highlight, ornated with beautiful lights and cheerful music. Boat rides and fruit orchards serve as the icing on the cake.

Timings: Everyday from 6:00 am to 8.00 pm.

Entry Fee: INR 15 per person for adults and INR o5 per person for children

Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens

Popularly known as the Mysore Zoo, Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens was established in 1892. Today it expands over an area of 78 acres. Other than the animals found in our country, this zoo also has some exotic animals acquired from foreign zoos.

If you are here for a long weekend, then the zoo is definitely one of the places to visit in Mysore in 3 days. Also, if you are visiting with kids, then this is one place that should be on your itinerary.

Location: Zoo Main Road, Indira Nagar, Ittige Gudu, Mysuru

Timings: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (Tuesday closed)

Entry fee: INR 60

Planet X

If you are wondering of places to visit in Mysore at night, then head to Planet X. This is a famous tourist attraction in Mysore, located at the foothills of Chamundi. It is an entertainment centre visited by one and all. This amusement park is one of the top places to visit in Mysore in 2 days. One can enjoy go karting, snooker, billiards and many more games here.

Timings: 4 pm to 11 pm (Opens at 12 pm on Sundays)

Entry fee: Free

GRS Fantasy Park

GRS Fantasy Park is an amusement and water park in Mysore. It is a great place to visit with family, especially kids. The fantasy park has a lot of rides for one to enjoy. There are family rides, rides for kids, and thrilling rides. The place is a complete package of fun and entertainment. If you are visiting Mysore in summer, then this is one place that you should not miss. Add it to your itineraries now!

Location: Off, KRS Rd, Metagalli, Mysuru

Timings: 10:30 am to 6 pm

Entry fee: INR 700

KRS Dam

This is one of the most famous dams in South India. Built over river Kaveri, it is another interesting place to visit in Mysore. It takes around 30 minutes by car from the city to reach the dam and so it can easily be explored if you are looking for places to visit in Mysore in 1 day. The garden at the dam is lighted every evening and one can relax or stroll here. The musical fountain adds to the aesthetics of the place. For a one day trip from Mysore, you can consider this.

Timings: 10 am to 8 pm

Entry fee: INR 15

Shuka Vana

The resplendent Shukla Van in Mysore is home to over 2000 birds, making it a charming attraction for birdwatchers and nature lovers. The forest reserve has about 450 varied species of avifauna. The gorgeous 50-meter high aviary that covers an area of 1 acre presently has the record for the most number of bird species in an aviary in the Guinness Book of World Records.

The park is also called Parrot Park and is a prestigious part of the Avadhoota Datta Peetham of Sri Ganapathi Sachidananda Ashram. Other than being a great spot for birdwatching, it also serves as a rehabilitation center for injured, orphaned, abused, and abandoned birds.

Location: Avadhoota Datta Peetham, SGS Ashrama, Ooty Road, Datta Nagar, Mysuru

Timings: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Entry fee: Nil

Trinesvaraswamy Temple

This ancient temple in Mysore is situated right outside the Mysore Fort but is easily missed in the grandeur of the fort. The main deity worshipped here is Trinesvara, that is, the three-eyed Shiva. Though the gopura of this sanctum was destroyed in the late 18th century, the magnificence and splendor of this temple constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture are still as wonderful as it was ages ago. It’s one of the most beautiful places to visit in Mysore city for pilgrims and travelers.

Timings: Sunrise to sunset
Entry fee: Nil

Chunchanakatte Falls

It might surprise you to know that Mysore also has a very few numbers of waterfalls that, though not very popular, are a true delight to the eyes and soul. The Chunchanakatte Falls located over the River Kaveri in the Chunchanakatte village of Mysore is one of them. Totally pristine and peaceful, this river falls off from a height of a whopping 20 meters divided as two separate waterfalls, before continuing as one single river at the base.

Timings: Open all days of the week
Entry fee: Nil

Bonsai Garden

The Bonsai Gardens in Mysore are one of its most unique attractions that houses more than 100 varieties of the Bonsai trees that are laid out across this enormous estate. Serving as a part of the Avadoota Datta Peetham of the Sri Ganapathi Sachidananda Ashrama, this vast garden was initially a pet project of the keen Swamiji. The garden now has 450 miniature trees spread out over an area of 4 acres in this land that are filled with these unique dwarf trees.

The splendor of the garden is emphasized by the small brook that flows through this garden, along with the statues of Buddha and sacred monkeys placed around the area that add a charm to the representation of the zen culture showcased here. The garden also has a lush green deer park that caters to wildlife seekers and nature lovers who visit. Don’t miss the Bonsai Conventions held here in the month of December.

Timings: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Entry fee: INR 20

Folklore Museum

The Folklore Museum of Mysore is among the most famous Mysore tourist spots owing to the sea of information it provides on the rich culture and heritage of Mysore. It’s a part of the Mysore University and houses the most elaborate collections of traditional folk art, rare products and articles from Mysore history, and various other artifacts that provide an insight into the customs, traditions, art, and past of this city.

A hit amongst all history geeks and culture vultures, it’s a great place to visit to witness some of the most sprawling depictions of Mysore’s folk art. This is one of the best tourist attractions in Mysore. 

Timings: 8:30 AM – 6 PM
Entry fee: INR 15 (adults) | INR 5 (kids)

Devaraja Market

One of the biggest markets in the city of Mysore, Devaraja market has been selling needful items since a long time. It is spread across 3 acres and offers almost 300 shops. From puja materials to flowers and vegetables, it has a lot in store. If you are a photographer, this place is a heaven for you as it offers many photogenic spots to capture.

Location: Devaraja Mohalla, Mandi Mohalla, Mysuru, Karnataka

Timings: 6.30am to 9.30pm

Shree Shvetha Varaha Swamy Temple

One of the most famous temples in Mysore, close to the hearts of the locals, Varahaswamy temple will leave you enchanted. On its very doors, you will find beautiful carvings, intriguing enough to leave you wanderstruck and the whole complex of the temple will give you a joyful experience. Inside the temple, you can seek blessings and embrace the peaceful ambiance.

Location: Near South Gate, Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India

Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium

Mysore is home to a number of palaces that hold a significant place in its history and stand as great tourist places. One of them is Jaganmohan palace which is very grand and royal. It is home to Jaganmohan art gallery and auditorium where you will find artefacts that will tell you about its history and glory. More than 2000 paintings are available in the gallery and functions are also held there.

Location: Deshika Rd, opp. City Bus Stand, Devaraja Mohalla, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570024, India

Regional Museum of Natural History Mysore

This is the perfect place for a good start to the day. The museum was built in order to educate people about nature and also to motivate them to take care of it. The museum is home to several exhibitions as well as a garden. It is a good place for nature lovers and those visiting Mysore with kids. In the garden you will find local trees and much more.

Location: T.N.Pura Road, Opposite Nandini Milk Dairy, Siddhartha Nagar, Mysuru, Karnataka 570011, India

Timings: 10.00am to 6.00opm (Monday closed)

24. Kukkarahalli Lake

One of the most beautiful lakes in the city, Kukkarahalli lake is spread in the form of a J and offers picturesque views. If you are looking for peace and serenity while in Mysore, then visit the lake. At the lake, you will also get the chance to witness some birds and enjoy the majestic views of Chamundi hills that served as inspiration to great many poets.

Location: Kukkarahalli lake, Saraswathipuram, Mysore, Karnataka, 570011, India

Timings: 6am – 6pm

Freedom Fighter’s Park

Dedicated to the fighters who fought for the independence of our country from the control of the British, the park offers an exceptionally joyous experience. It is a huge park and offers lush greenery. There is a statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the park. If you are visiting Mysore with your family, then you must visit Freedom fighter’s park.

Location: Chamaraja Double Road, Subbarayanakere, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India

Sanjeevini Park

This is one of the best parks in the city that offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of day to day life. It is popular amongst locals as well as tourists for its green surroundings and huge complex. There is a large statue of Laughing Buddha in the park that you won’t find anywhere else. The park also has a lot of swing and joy rides to keep children entertained.

Location: 40, Near, Kamakshi Hospital Rd, Kuvempunagar North, Kuvempu Nagara, Mysuru, Karnataka 570023, India

Chamarajendra Academy Of Visual Arts

Chamarajendra Academy of Visual Arts is one of the most spectacular places to visit in Mysore. The highlight here is the Thrillophilia’s Mysore Artisan Walk which provides opportunity for art lovers to meet a number of artisans and learn from them about the various aspects of creating visual arts. The academy is dedicated to various forms of visual art such as applied arts, drawings, paintings, photojournalism and the history of art.

Location: Indian Text Book Press campus, Siddarthanagara, Mysuru, Karnataka
Timings: 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM, closed on Sunday

Government Silk Factory

One of the most famous kinds of silks in India, Mysore silk is made in the city of palaces. Mysore is known for its silk all across the world and that definitely makes a visit to the Government silk factory important. Make a tour to the factory to learn about the making of various kinds of silk products. Also, you can shop several silk products.

Location: Bettadpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 57000
Timings: 10am–6:30pm

Lingambudhi Lake

Lingambudhi Lake is among the most peaceful lakes in Mysore city. Rich in biodiversity, the surrounding of the lake is a great place to enjoy the calmness. Several bird species including those from Eastern Europe and Central Asia are the main attraction here. You can as well spot Pied Avocet, Brown-headed Gull, Verditer Flycatcher and Common Teal, if you get lucky. Being a favorite spot for nature lovers in the city, it is a must-visit place if you are looking for an escape from the hustle-bustle of the city.

Location: Srirampura, 8 Km from Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, 570008, India
Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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