Got Only 1 Day In Bangalore? Here’s How To Make The Most Of Your 24 Hours

Wondering where to go for breakfast? Here are some great options that you can check out:

You can walk out through the main entrance of Lalbagh and head to Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR). Gorge on those delicious rava idlis or ghee masala dosas and end your breakfast with a cup of piping hot filter coffee, naturally! If you have already eaten at MTR, hit up Brahmins Coffee Bar which is just 15 minutes away. Feast on idlis, vadas, kesari bath, khara bath, coffee, and tea here and mind you, don’t ask for sambhar, they don’t serve any!

Hole In The Wall Cafe in Koramangala is one of the best breakfast joints in the city. They offer classic American breakfast with various egg preparations like Cheesy Scrambled Eggs and The Complete Meaty Stuffed Omelette. But that's not all! They also offer a classic English breakfast with sausages, mashed potatoes, sandwiches, fish and chips, and whatnot. This place is definitely a must-visit.

Start off your morning bright and early (6 AM to 9 AM is free entry) for a stroll through Lalbagh Botanical Gardens. Walk in through any of the four entrances and let yourself be one with nature; take in the view of the lake with egrets flying off the backs of lily pads. If photography is your thing, bring your best lenses along to capture the beautiful vistas that a garden can offer. Laugh along with the retirees who’ve come there do some laughter yoga and feel completely energized to begin your adventure for the day. There’s also a lovely pond to do some bird watching at.

Planning to get religious for a bit? Here are some beautiful temples in Bangalore that you should consider checking out during your day here:

You might’ve always had Dodda Ganapathi temple on your list but never been able to make it, so today is the day! A stone carved into a normal-sized Ganesha idol rumoured to have grown to the height of 18 feet, was laid in Basavanagudi almost 500 years ago. You will be awed at the sheer size of it! Climb up the hill a little further, you will find Lord Nandi (vehicle of Shiva) at a whopping 15 feet, adorned with garlands and headdresses. Then head to the Bugle Rock Park estimated to be 3,000 million years old. In the centre of a park in a watchtower that is atop a hill, apparently, it served as the southern helm of the city.

Sri Someswara temple at Halasuru is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is also regularly visited by the followers of Kamakshamma, Arunachaleswara, Bhimeswara, Nanjundeswara, and Panchalingeswara. This temple has some notable and beautiful carvings on the walls and it has been constructed in the classic Vijaynagar style of architecture. Its traditional beauty will blow you away. 

Here are some of the most well-known and incredible restaurants that you should consider visiting for a scrumptious and delicious meal:

If you are looking for a sumptuous meal, go no further than Kamat restaurant, which is less than a kilometre from Dodda Ganesha temple. Do not even look at the menu card, just tell them to serve you the special meals that include unlimited jolada rotti (jowar roti), rice, and a wide variety of side dishes, and finish the meal off with holige and a huge serving of ghee. After all, you have to make up for all the energy you’ve lost seeing all those sights and are going to need sustenance to continue on with your discovery of Bangalore.

If you're a music lover who is obsessed with craft beer and a nice, hearty pub grub, Toit is the place for you. They have been open since 2010 and have been focussing on creating an inclusive and fabulous brew-pub experience for everyone by creating a world-class craft beer culture with the promise of some excellent brews and, of course, fabulous food.

Bangalore may have been a small, rather nondescript town, till much after Independence, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have its history! You can acquaint yourself with the city at the sixteenth-century Bangalore fort. To make the most of your trip here, you can also check out Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, which is a short walk from the fort. Over at Tipu’s Summer Palace, you’ll gain plenty of insight into Tipu’s life and Indo-Islamic architecture while snapping up Insta-worthy pictures.

Ask anyone who’s lived in Bangalore for a long time, they know a palace exists but they’ve probably not been there! So take them along, and head to Palace Grounds, which most Bangaloreans have gone to only for rock concerts or fairs. From its ornate cornices to its sturdy granite exterior, the Bangalore Palace has a sprawling garden and one look from the outside will teleport you to one of the palaces in England. Dotted with several paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, and photographs chronicling the different Wodeyar families, the Bangalore Palace truly is a gem from the olden days.

From the other gate of the palace, walk across to NGMA to see India’s most renowned painters and its budding talent of edgy artists. Here, you can walk through pristine galleries showcasing the work of the country’s greatest artists from Abanindranath Tagore to MF Hussain and Raza.

We’ve started calling the centre of town CBD even though it may not really be the Central Business District. When here, hit up Lakeview Milkbar to gorge on gooey delicious hot chocolate fudge. You need to then cross the road and walk on the charmed Metro Boulevard to enjoy the bougainvillea trees and artwork poured on walls by local artists. Walk a little further to run over to Cubbon Park, for some chilling. There’s also a logo of Bangalore City to see at the park, as well as at your next stop, Parliament House.

Head back into the city and drive by the centre of Bangalore’s government headquarters: Vidhana Soudha. Built in the 1950s, the building stands majestic with lawns and wide roads to match its glory. Turn your head another 180 degrees to see the Court House in bright brick red that will give you a sense of pride while driving along these wide roads irrespective of who’s ruling the state. Plus, it looks gorgeous during sunset.

A day in Bangalore is not complete without beer, and Bangalore’s drink of choice is, undoubtedly, beer. Pick from the craft breweries that include the likes of Arbor Brewing Company. Or if you just want a draft, go to one of the beer pubs where you can tank up on pitcher after pitcher.

Are you hungry and ready to end the day with a bang? Well, here are some famous Bangalore dinner spots that you can check out: 

If you're in the mood for fine dining, head to ASEAN, one of the most popular Asian restaurants in Bengaluru. The restaurant is elegantly decorated and has a very peaceful and calm environment. While you're here, don't forget to go to town on their signature dishes like Malacca Curry, Phad Thai, Baos, and Thai Curry.

If you're looking to have a delectable meal at a place that offers a hustle-bustle-free space and an insanely peaceful ambiance, Cafe Azzure is the best option for you. Their specialties are their continental and Italian cuisines. On top of this, they are also known for having one of the best beverage selections in the city.