Stop 1: Chamundi Hills
A sacred hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari, offering panoramic views of Mysore city. The giant Nandi bull statue on the way up is iconic.
- Time
- 2 hours
- Entry
- Free
- Rating
- 4.6 ★
World of Mysore Pak presents
Explore Mysore
Palaces, temples, gardens and a box of Mysore Pak for the road. A three-day drive through the city that gave the sweet its name.
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Three days on the road through Mysuru
Hop in our van at the shop and follow it from palace gates to bird sanctuaries. Scroll to drive.
- 3days
- 20stops
- 1box of Mysore Pak for the road
Day 1
Royal Mysore
Temples, sweets and palaces
FoodStop 2: World of Mysore Pak
Famous shop selling authentic Mysore Pak, the signature sweet of Mysore. Walk in, smell the ghee, taste history.
- Time
- 30 mins
- Entry
- Free
- Rating
- 4.6 ★
CultureStop 3: Sand Museum
Unique museum featuring intricate sand sculptures and art, over 150 sculptures across 16 themes.
- Time
- 1 hour
- Entry
- ₹50
- Rating
- 4.2 ★
Stop 4: Mysore Zoo
One of the oldest and most well-maintained zoos in India, home to a wide variety of animals, birds, and reptiles in naturalistic enclosures.
- Time
- 3 hours
- Entry
- ₹100
- Rating
- 4.5 ★
Stop 5: Jaganmohan Palace
A grand palace now serving as an art gallery, housing a remarkable collection of paintings, sculptures, and royal artifacts including works by Raja Ravi Varma.
- Time
- 1-2 hours
- Entry
- ₹50
- Rating
- 4.3 ★
Stop 6: Mysore Palace
The magnificent royal residence of the Wadiyar dynasty, adorned with Indo-Saracenic architecture. A breathtaking sight when illuminated with 97,000 bulbs on Sundays and festivals.
- Time
- 2-3 hours
- Entry
- ₹70
- Rating
- 4.8 ★
Day 2
Sacred and Beyond
Railways, cathedrals and gardens
Stop 7: Rail Museum
Historic open-air railway museum with vintage steam locomotives and the Maharaja's saloon coach.
- Time
- 2 hours
- Entry
- ₹30
- Rating
- 4.3 ★
Stop 8: St. Philomena's Church
One of the tallest churches in Asia, built in Neo-Gothic style with stunning stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Bible.
- Time
- 1 hour
- Entry
- Free
- Rating
- 4.5 ★
Stop 9: Brindavan Gardens
Terraced gardens built across the Krishna Raja Sagara dam, famous for the musical fountain show that dances to light and music every evening.
- Time
- 2-3 hours
- Entry
- ₹30
- Rating
- 4.4 ★
Stop 10: Nanjangudu
Ancient temple town famous for Srikanteshwara Temple and local jaggery, a scenic 25 km drive from Mysuru.
- Time
- 2-3 hours
- Entry
- Free
- Rating
- 4.5 ★
NatureStop 11: Shuka Vana Bird Sanctuary
Serene rehab sanctuary for over 2,000 exotic birds across 600+ species, the world's largest aviary of rescued birds.
- Time
- 2 hours
- Entry
- ₹50
- Rating
- 4.4 ★
CultureStop 12: Wax Museum
Museum featuring life-sized wax figures of celebrities and historical personalities.
- Time
- 1-2 hours
- Entry
- ₹150
- Rating
- 4.2 ★
Day 3
Nature and Adventure
History, wildlife and thrills
Stop 13: Lalitha Mahal Palace
A stunning white palatial hotel built in 1921 for the Viceroy of India, inspired by St. Paul's Cathedral in London. Now a luxury heritage hotel.
- Time
- 1 hour
- Entry
- Free (exterior)
- Rating
- 4.4 ★
CultureStop 14: Payana Vintage Cars Museum
Amazing collection of vintage and classic cars from across the world: Rolls-Royces, Bentleys, and more.
- Time
- 1-2 hours
- Entry
- ₹200
- Rating
- 4.5 ★
Stop 15: Shrirangapatna Island
Historic island fortress on the Kaveri river, Tipu Sultan's capital, with palaces, mausoleums, and a 9th-century Vishnu temple.
- Time
- 2-3 hours
- Entry
- ₹30
- Rating
- 4.5 ★
Stop 16: Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
Scenic bird sanctuary on the Kaveri River with painted storks, pelicans, and migratory ducks. Boat rides available.
- Time
- 2 hours
- Entry
- ₹40
- Rating
- 4.6 ★
NatureStop 17: Lokaranjan Aqua Park
Fun water park with pools, slides and water attractions, set in landscaped gardens.
- Time
- 2-3 hours
- Entry
- ₹250
- Rating
- 4.3 ★
AdventureStop 18: GRS Fantasy Park
Adventure and amusement park with rides and water attractions for the whole family.
- Time
- 3-4 hours
- Entry
- ₹300
- Rating
- 4.4 ★
AdventureStop 19: GRS Snow Park
Unique snow-themed park with artificial snow and ice slides, a chilly adventure in tropical Karnataka.
- Time
- 2-3 hours
- Entry
- ₹350
- Rating
- 4.5 ★
CultureStop 20: GRS Up Down Museum
3D art museum with interactive optical illusions and upside-down exhibits. Instagram heaven.
- Time
- 1-2 hours
- Entry
- ₹250
- Rating
- 4.4 ★
Last stop: a box for the ride home
Every trip through Mysuru ends with the city's own sweet. Fresh, pure ghee, packed to travel.
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