Cosmopolitan Bengaluru is the number one city in the Indian deep south, blessed with a benevolent climate and a burgeoning drinking, dining and shopping scene. It’s not necessarily a place you come to be wowed by world-class sights (though it has some lovely parks and striking Victorian-era architecture), but instead to experience the new modern face of India.
As the hub of India’s booming IT industry, it vies with Mumbai as the nation›s most progressive city, and its creature comforts can be a godsend to the weary traveller who has done the hard yards. It’s a big student town where you’ll encounter hip locals chatting in English while drinking craft beer and getting around in ’80s metal band T-shirts.
The past decade has seen a mad surge of development, coupled with traffic congestion and rising pollution levels. However, it’s a city that has also taken care to preserve its green space and its colonial-era heritage. So while urbanisation continually pushes its boundaries outward, the central district (dating back to the British Raj years) remains more or less unchanged. Getting In The easiest way to get into the city from the airport is to use authorized metered taxis (MegaCabs, Meru Cabs, & KSTDC Cabs) available from the airport (exit 11 / 12). Approximate cost to get into the city are approx. INR 1,100 depending on the distance. It is roughly 90 minutes from the airport to the city centre Passengers are responsible for the tollway charges which is INR 120 and is to be paid in cash Ensure that you exchange your foreign currencies before you exit the airport in order to pay for metered taxis as they accept cash only Do carry organic citronella mosquito repellant and SPF cream
Getting Around Taxis and Auto Rikshaws (TukTuks) are the best way to get around the city. While part of the metro network has opened, connectivity is currently limited Its best to download the OLA app (our UBER equivalent) which allows a cashless way to use taxis and auto rickshaws via OLA Money https://www.olacabs.com/mobile Taxis on call - MegaCabs (+91-47474747), Meru Cabs (+91-4422 4422), & KSTDC Cabs (+91-80-44664466)
Getting Out Plan at least 90 minutes for your journey from the city centre to the airport. If you’ve forgotten souvenirs for your friends, don’t worry as the airport departure duty free has some beautifully curated shops. Check out these stores / counters in particular - The Lotus Shop (crafts), Indian Rendezvous (chocolate), Mithastop (sweets & tea) and Poparazzi (contemporary ethnic bric-à-brac) Top Sights
Vidhana Soudha The Vidhana Soudha located in Bengaluru (Bangalore), is the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka. It is an imposing building, constructed in a style sometimes described as Mysore Neo-Dravidian, and incorporates elements of Indo-Saracenic and Dravidian styles. The construction was completed in 1956. Dont forget to take a selfie behind a famous sign that reads “Government’s Work is God’s Work”! Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX
St. Andrews St. Andrew’s Church, a Presbyterian church in Bangalore, located on the Cubbon road is of a massive orthodoxical Presbyterian Scottish architecture, with a tall belfry and chiming clock at the apex of its tower, bearing its name after the patron saint of Scotland, St. Andrew. St. Andrews Church - 27 Cubbon Road, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979234, 77.604190 | https://goo.gl/AeVONQ
St. Pauls St. Paul’s has the distinction of being the very first Tamil Anglican Church in the erstwhile Mysore State. St. Paul’s celebrated its 175th anniversary in May 2014. Like most old churches of Bangalore, the congregation of St. Pauls is spread all across Bangalore. St. Pauls Church - 1, Jumma Masjid Road, Jumma Masjid Road, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.981859, 77.604722 | https://goo.gl/3vi7w9 Top Sights
Bangalore Palace Bangalore Palace was built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England. Built in the year 1887 by Wodeyar dynasty, it is adorned with magnificent woodcarvings and Tudor-style architecture on the inside. Bangalore Palace - Near Mount Carmel Institute of Management, Palace Rd, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.998618, 77.592024 | https://goo.gl/kozVzq
Tippu Sultan’s Summer Palace Tippu Sultan’s Summer Palace is an example of Indo-Islamic architecture and was the summer residence of the Mysorean ruler Tipu Sultan. Tippu Sultan’s Summer Palace - Allbert Victor Road, Chamrajpet, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.959325, 77.573665 | https://goo.gl/T1MUYh
Tippu Sultan’s Fort Bangalore Fort began in 1537 as a mud fort. The builder was Kempe Gowda I, a vassal of the Vijaynagar Empire and the founder of Bangalore, now Bengaluru. Haider Ali in 1761 replaced the mud fort with a stone fort. Tippu Sultan’s Fort - New Tharagupet, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.962946, 77.576089 | https://goo.gl/D7XRhc
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Sights
Lal Bagh Botanical Park Lalbagh or Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, meaning The Red Garden in English, is a well known botanical garden in Southern Bangalore. The garden was originally commissioned by Hyder Ali, the ruler of Mysore, and later finished by his son Tipu Sultan. Lal Bagh Botanical Park - Lal Bagh Road, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.950725, 77.584791 | https://goo.gl/qxV4Q3
Cubbon Park Cubbon Park is a landmark ‘lung’ area of the Bangalore city, located within the heart of city in the Central Administrative Area. Cubbon Park - High Court of Karnataka, Ambedkar Veedhi, Sampangi Rama Nagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.973889, 77.589916 | https://goo.gl/dMv0Lz
Chowdiah Memorial Hall Chowdiah Memorial Hall is a cultural centre which provides a home for musical and theatrical performances as well as competitions. Located in Malleswaram, it was built as a tribute to Tirumakudalu Chowdiah. Chowdiah Memorial Hall - 16th Cross,2nd Main Road, G.D. Park Extension , Malleswaram, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 13.006555, 77.575484 | https://goo.gl/hzhuiJ
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Sights
Venkatappa Art Gallery Secrets from the Stone Age, glimpses of ancient civilization, rare coin collections and enchanting paintings and sculptures Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum has loads to offer to a curious mind. Know the life of early man through unique implements and tools, the Harappan antiques and so much more. It is one of the oldest in the country so you might want to spare some time from your vacation to discover something new from the pile of old. Venkatappa Art Gallery - Kasturba Rd, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.974235, 77.595302 | https://goo.gl/wej9uz
National Gallery of Modern Art It was inaugurated in the year 2009. It showcases modern Indian art and houses paintings by Raja Ravi Verma, Jamini Roy, Amrita Sher-Gil, Rabindranath Tagore and a large number of Modern and Contemporary artists. NGMA Bangalore currently houses approximately 500 exhibits that are spread across a corridor, tiny rooms and large spacious halls that span two floors. It takes about 1 to 2 hours to view the exhibits. The exhibits have been displayed - classified into broad categories - according to different time periods, art schools and by artists. One can see paintings by Raja Ravi Verma, Jamini Roy, Amrita Sher-Gil, the Tagore brothers and Rabindranath Tagore and a large number of Modern and Contemporary artists. National Gallery of Modern Art - Flat No. 49, Palace Road, Manikyavelu Mansion, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.989747, 77.588156 | https://goo.gl/hfOS4b
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Sights
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath It has 13 museums with some of very interesting and rare collections. The museums consist of collections ranging from traditional Mysore Paintings, Leather Puppets, Sculptures and Russian artists Roerichs’. Among the other collections Kejriwal, Kukke, and Krishna Reddy collections are note worthy. Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath - No.1, Art Complex, 560001, Kumara Krupa Rd, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.989055, 77.580617 | https://goo.gl/JpmO3t
Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum A fun place for kids with lots of hands on and interactive displays related to mechanics, physical science, electricity, space and more. It takes over 3 hours there and didn’t make it through all the exhibits. The museum is right next to Cubbon Park - great for a nature walk after the museum. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum - P. B. No. 5216, Kasturba Road, Beside Karnataka State Government Museum, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.975225, 77.596344 | https://goo.gl/eOco8j
Bangalore Museum The Government Museum of Bangalore counts amongst the oldest museums in India. It is located at the Kasturba Gandhi Road, quite near to the magnificent Cubbon Park. Bangalore Museum - Kasturba Rd, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.974763, 77.595878 | https://goo.gl/EhukSp
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Shops
Cauvery is a state sponsored handicraft store that houses the best of Karnataka’s crafts. A must visit to admire and shop the sandalwood, rosewood inlay and bidri metal works. Cauvery Cauvery - No. 45, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-25581118 | +91-9342188080 GPS Coordinate - 12.974948, 77.608129 | https://goo.gl/YrnFF8
There are few shops that exude a charm and ambience comparable to this. While there are many Fabindia stores in Bangalore, a visit to the Koramangala Flagship in a town house designed by architect Charles Correa is an absolute must. It’s a great place to stock up on quality table linen, casual homeware and light cotton fabrics that are dyed with vegetable dyes. Fabindia Fabindia - No. 52, II Block, Koramangala, Bangalore - 560034 t: +91-80-65475775 GPS Coordinate - 13.022573, 77.637702 | https://goo.gl/f7TzxN Fashion is what you buy; style is what you do with it. Rare Rabbit is indeed one of those rare men’s stores where you will find well cut and designed contemporary shirts and trousers as well as super cool accessories. Creative Director Manish Poddar renders some very chic and contermporary works for the modern gentleman that’s not too heavy on the pocket. Rare Rabbit Rare Rabbit - 102-B, 1st Floor, Concorde side, UB City, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-41143275 GPS Coordinate - 12.971510, 77.596398 | https://goo.gl/f7TzxN
Since opening in Mumbai in 1996, the last two decades have seen Good Earth grow into a cult brand recognised for its crafts-focused approach to luxury design and reviving the authentic skills of the crafts communities of India. This is a great place for quality home decor, ceramics, cushions and table linen and flatware. By no means cheap, but worth every penny. Good Earth Good Earth - No.4 Walton Road, Off Lavelle Road, Bangalore – 560001 t: +91-80-40920986 / 1029 GPS Coordinate - 12.971635, 77.597890 | https://goo.gl/vNtVGG Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Shops
Tucked away in a beautiful quaint colonial bungalow, and yet located in the heart of Bangalore city, Cinnamon is a one-stop destination for lifestyle products. Stocking a range of designers including Vivek Narang, Mallika Mathur, Shades of India, Sunita Shanker, Pero, Aavaran, Khoj, Aikeyah, Eka, Amrich, Mukul Goyal, amongst many others. The store’s collection emphasises Indian design with a large selection of unique Cinnamon quality merchandise. Cinnamon - 24, Gangadhar Chetty Road, Rukmani Colony, Sivanchetti Gardens, Bangalore - 560042 t: +91-80-25367888 GPS Coordinate - 12.981620, 77.612627 | https://goo.gl/dT3MAq
Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten. Contemporary and chic in outlook, Ffolio houses some of India’s best designerwear for women. It has been THE institution for well heeled Bangaloreans for more than a few decades. It has a great mix of ethnic Indian and Indo-Western looks. Ffolio Ffolio - Shop Number - 1, Embassy Chambers, 5, Vittal Mallya Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-22218142 GPS Coordinate - 12.970431, 77.599689 | https://goo.gl/KtxPjK
Basava Ambara occupies the outhouse of the beautiful heritage home of the Mahadevan’s, built over time from 1897. Their merchandise comes from across sections of designers and craftspeople, textile visualizes, jewellery designers, leather craftsmen, antique collectors, designers of women’s & men’s garments. Basava Ambara Basava Ambara - 93, Kanakapura Rd, Mohammedan Block, Vijayarangam Layout, Basavanagudi, Bangalore - 560004 t: +91-80-26561940 GPS Coordinate - 12.941723, 77.577286 | https://goo.gl/gTM1n0
The quintessential high street of Bangalore that has retained its popularity among locals and tourists from British colonial times. It offers options in almost every conceivable shopping cateogory and is a must visit as part of your check list! Commercial Street Commercial Street - Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001 GPS Coordinate - 12.982194, 77.608348 | https://goo.gl/ALzSFp Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Shops
Varnam (meaning ‘colours’) is a multi-award winning social enterprise that has been working with artisans in Channapatna, Karnataka, for over 4 years. The toy town or ‘Gombegala ooru’ is primarily known for Channapatna toys. However few have explored the true potential of the very versatile channapatna toy craft. A wonderful place to pick up traditional and modern renditions of this world famous toy craft. Varnam Fabindia - No. 444, Basement, On 5th Main, after 13th cross, Indiranagar 2nd stage, Bangalore - 560038 t: +91-80-25250360 / 41200189 GPS Coordinate - 12.980378, 77.636049 | https://goo.gl/qRDB6s
Established originally as an export trading house for crafts from India and the Middle East, CIE today is one of the finest places to get authentic produce from craftsmen from all over India. On some days, you can also witness the craftsmen in action on the premises. Bill Clinton, Cottage Industries Carl Lewis, Bill Gates, Madonna & Paul McCartney have all been CIE clients. Exposition (CIE) Cottage Industries Exposition (CIE) - Cunningham Rd, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore - 560051 t: +91-80-2225 8230 GPS Coordinate - 12.990690, 77.590191 | https://goo.gl/Mh9hkU
For well over a century, Ganjam jewellery has defied the boundaries of concept or craftsmanship – creating jewellery that blends together in an unique style. Their designs, borne of experience and expertise, bring skills together under one name in India… Ganjam. Super-pricey but completely unique with every gem certified. Ganjam Ganjam - 22/12, Vittal Mallya Road, KG Halli, D’ Souza Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-46671889 GPS Coordinate - 12.970981, 77.596285 | https://goo.gl/gQP3Ab
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Shops
”We believe style is more than a state of dress, it’s a frame of mind” RUOSH shoes are crafted with passion, with an eye for detail and a penchant for creativity. They are the perfect coming together in form, function, design and comfort. And the easiest place to find them, other than our shelves, is among aficionados of the finer things. This is a great place to shop for quality men’s shoes that combine western techniques Ruosh with Indian Art. Ruosh - No.36, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-60500002 GPS Coordinate - 12.971314, 77.597558 | https://goo.gl/jpciMB
Ladies - this is an absolute treasure trove of fabrics. Vanity Fair-Germany identified Mysore Saree Udyog as one of the top-10 must-visit shopping destinations in the world. Rooted in the rich Indian traditional ethnic fashion business and backed by a strong design team, a unique concept and great pricing, Mysore Saree Udyog established itself as a flourishing retail business. Mysore Saree Udyog Mysore Saree Udyog - Mahavir Mall, 316, Kamaraj Rd, Bangalore - 560042 t: +91-08722802304 GPS Coordinate - 12.981539, 77.610319 | https://goo.gl/nwY13a
The lovely mellow yellow building beckons you with just the huge nameplate facing Cunningham Road. The vast expanse is almost hidden away behind a regular commercial complex, making the space all the more enticing with a promise of being an oasis of peace. The Hatworks Boulevard houses, among others, the multi-designer store The Bombay Attic, the Footworks Spa, Bengaluru’s premier art resource ‘Crimson’, Bas The Studio - bespoke men’s wear, Eeshanya - classical Teak wood Furniture, Hybiscus - the garden store, YLG, and Lakiruu - The Wedding Lounge. Hatworks Boulevard The Hatworks Boulevard - Cunningham Rd, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore - 560051 t: +91-80-41327555 GPS Coordinate - 12.985274, 77.595903 | https://goo.gl/ppiHAR
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Eateries
Dyu Art cafe is a magical portal to a land of laid-back living. It’s cool, cozy and offers privacy if you so desire. The ambience is minimalistic and non-intrusive. However, if you take a look around you’ll find that it’s simply beautiful. P.S- They don’t accept debit card. They only take payment by cash so don’t forget to carry cash Cuisine - Café | Type - Contemporary Fabulous Dyu Art Café Must Have(s) - Tuna fish melt sandwich, Bannoffee Pie and Tender Coconut Pudding Dyu Art Café - Shop No. 1, No. 23 MIG, KHB Colony, Next To Mangala Kalyana Mantapa, 5th Block, Adugodi Road, Bangalore t: +91-9742076685 GPS Coordinate - 12.937320, 77.617618 | https://goo.gl/ITM3KG
A legendary name in South Indian comfort food, this super-popular eatery has had Bangalore eating out of its hands since 1924. Cuisine - South Indian, Indian | Type - Institution MTR Must Have(s) - Masala Dosa, Rava Idli, Chandrahara MTR - #14, Lalbagh Road, Bangalore - 560027 t: +91-80-22220022 GPS Coordinate - 12.955157, 77.585465 | https://goo.gl/maps/bkj2Q
A wide variety of South Indian delicacies, soulful Carnatic music and warm south Indian hospitality makes this place an important dining option in Bangalore. The service is top notch. Cuisine - South Indian, Indian | Type - Institution Dakshin Must Have(s) - Lunch Buffet, Banana Dosa Dakshin - Golf Course Road, 25, Windsor Square, ITC Windsor, Bangalore - 560052 t: +91-80-22278910, +91-9743887741 GPS Coordinate - 12.994051, 77.585909 | https://goo.gl/dUhftH Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Eateries
There is a rustic feel to this restaurant. Great quality food. Quick service and extremely economical. Hugely popular among locals and foreigners alike, this has been run by a wonderfully hospitable couple for decades. Cuisine - North Indian, Indian | Type - Ghetto Queen’s Must Have(s) - Paneer Tikka, Aloo Tikki Channa, Chicken Tikka, Chicken Makhani Queen’s - 7, Shrungar Shopping Centre, Opp Church Street, MG Road, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-25596361, +91-9845040706 GPS Coordinate - 12.975046, 77.605441 | https://goo.gl/PHpef9
You will probably still find the ashtrays crusted with the cigarette ash of the erstwhile officers of the raj and the lawyers of Mayo Hall. Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, Nikita Khrushchev, Queen Elizabeth II have dined here. Cuisine - Continental | Type - Institution Koshy’s Must Have(s) - Cheese Tomato Toast, Veggie Cutlet and English Tea. PS- Don’t forget to have the Fig & Honey ice cream at the Kiosk outside Koshy’s - 39, St. Marks Road, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-9007119356 GPS Coordinate - 12.975774, 77.601473 | https://goo.gl/ovlpbt
A wide variety of South Indian delicacies, soulful Carnatic music and warm south Indian hospitality makes this place an important dining option in Bangalore. The service is top notch Cuisine - Vietnamese | Type - Institution Blue Ginger Must Have(s) - Lunch Buffet, Banana Dosa Blue Ginger - The Taj West End, 25,Race Course Road, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-66605660 GPS Coordinate - 12.984359, 77.584721 | https://goo.gl/GBLMBZ Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Eateries
Having embarked on a journey in 1990 to offer guests traditional cuisine of the South Western Coastal region, Karavalli has reinvented itself to give connoisseurs and gourmands a rejuvenated epicurean experience Cuisine - Kerala, Indian | Type - Contemporary Fabulous Karavalli Must Have(s) - Ulli Thiyal, Appam with Stew and Bibinca dessert Karavalli - 66, Residency Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560025 t: +91-80-66604545 GPS Coordinate - 12.972323, 77.608657 | https://goo.gl/yv7IDx
Ente Keralam is the kind of place everyone would love. A fine dining restaurant which manages to capture traditional Kerala elements the right way. Their menu of coastal delicacies is quite intriguing. Be prepared for a carb attack. Cuisine - Kerala, Indian | Type - Contemporary Fabulous Ente Keralam Must Have(s) - Thalasherry Meen Curry, Vendakka Mapas Ente Keralam - Old No 12 , New No 1, Ulsoor Road , Near Sultan Jewellers, Ulsoor, Bangalore - 560008 t: +91-80-32421002 GPS Coordinate - 12.975753, 77.617031 | https://goo.gl/yk8Gfa
A whole street dedicated to food lovers. All kinds of Indian cuisine can be found there. Right from Rajasthani, Gujarathi, Bengali, South Indian, Chinese, Chats, Dosa varieties, Juices, Milkshakes, Bakery products (V B Bakery), Sweets, Ice-creams... and the list continues... Superb, value for money, open till 11PM. Perfect for a late night hangout... and all vegetarian! VV Puram Cuisine - South Indian, North Indian, Indian | Type - Ghetto Must Have(s) - Avre Kalu dosa, Kuzhi Paniyaram, Bajji Masala, Gulkand Fruits, Idli, baby corn rolls, cauliflower rolls(very spicy) VV Puram - Vishweshwarapura, Shankarapura, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.953671, 77.577716 | https://goo.gl/ziOkJG Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Eateries
Vietnamese food at its best! Neat interiors and dim lighting..this place is romantic and airy at night Cuisine - Vietnamese | Type - Contemporary Fabulous Phobidden Fruit Must Have(s) - Pho, Lettuce Wraps, Ginger Lemon Cooler Phobidden Fruit - 965, 12th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Off 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar, Bangalore - 560008 t: +91-80-41255175, +91-80-41107735 GPS Coordinate - 12.970072, 77.639760 | https://goo.gl/q23QWx
The London original of this restaurant has earned a Michelin star in 2005 and it’s easy to see why; an ambiance like none other you have ever experienced and food that is made with finesse, Yauatcha is a class apart. Be prepared to be floored with the hospitality and the setting. Cuisine - Asian | Type - Contemporary Fabulous Yauatcha Must Have(s) - The classic Truffle and Edamame Dumpling, Schezuan Tofu Mabo and the mocktails! Yauatcha - Level 5, 1 MG Road Mall, MG Road, Bangalore - 560008 t: +919222222800 GPS Coordinate - 12.973208, 77.620417 | https://goo.gl/maps/dG2BDCWx9zr
If you think you have seen it all when it comes to Indian food we can guarantee that you haven’t seen the things on this menu. It is a refreshing cuisine with clean and refreshing flavours. Although they are known for their seafood, they also have some delectable vegetarian options. This is a good place for those who don’t handle spice very well Cuisine - Bengali, Indian | Type - Contemporary Fabulous Oh! Calcutta Must Have(s) - Luchi, Chicken Kasa, Chingrir Malaicurry, Chicken Paturi, Mutton Curry, Jhinge Alu Posto, Muger Dal, Rui Sorse, Nolen Gurer Payesh Oh! Calcutta - 14, 2nd Floor, Church Street, Above Mainland China, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-8066604545 GPS Coordinate - 12.975201, 77.603438 | https://goo.gl/FU69Mc Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Watering Holes
As creators of the Soma (a ritual hallucinogenic drink) Indian’s are famous for linking spirituality and booze. This is probably one place where you have both in perfect harmony. HRC in Bangalore is located in one of the most carefully and stylishly restored heritage buildings in the city. The Bangalore Tract and Book Society building of the Bible Society, which is now Hard Rock Café, has stood the test of time despite the Hard Rock Cafe extensive transformation around it. Hard Rock Cafe - No.40, St. Marks Road, Opp LIC Building, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-41242222 GPS Coordinate - 12.976102, 77.601484 | https://goo.gl/cgqc2s
Windmills is one of those uber classy places in Bangalore that will throw you in a new zone altogether from the minute you enter. Adorned with books, wooden finish paraphernalia, crisp-rich smell and jazz music; it has become everyone’s favourite. Freshly brewed-flavoured-beers and mindfully prepared cocktails will compel you to revisit (again and again) Windmills Craftworks Windmills Craftwork - No. 331, 5B Road, EPIP Zone, Next to L&T infotech, Whitefield, Shivaji Nagar, Basavanna Nagar, Bangalore t: +91-8880233322 GPS Coordinate - 12.982437, 77.721801 | https://goo.gl/hbouNS
Make no mistake about this - Guzzler’s is not one of those swank, new-age pubs that have sprung up in Bangalore in recent years. It is one of the dying breed of old-fashioned pubs which, in the eighties and nineties, helped Bangalore become the ‘pub capital’ of India. The seating is comfortable, the lighting is dim and the music is mostly Classic Rock Guzzlers Inn Guzzlers Inn - 48, Rest House Road, Brigade Road Cross, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-25587336 GPS Coordinate - 12.973640, 77.607103 | https://goo.gl/0ZJXnv
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Watering Holes
Spacious and stylish cafe, bar and work space serving international bites, beverages and cocktails. The first thing that pops on one’s mind is the innovation; they are so creative about everything from naming their dishes to ambience to cutlery, it’s very attractive and catchy Church Street Social Church Street Social - 46/1, Cobalt Building, Church Street, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-41713016 GPS Coordinate - 12.975555, 77.602604 | https://goo.gl/wbm0rD
Upscale, modern rooftop bar with a vibrant scene offering global dishes and inventive cocktails. One of the most spectacular pubs to visit in the country. Located on the 16th floor of the UB City Towers, this place woos you in all ways possible. Groovy music, amazingly lighted ambience and amazing DJ induce you to shake a leg or two. The food and drinks are equally appreciative. Totally worth the price Skyye Skyye - 24, 16th Floor, Uber level, Canberra Block, UB City, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-80-49090000 GPS Coordinate - 12.971861, 77.596367 | https://goo.gl/qQs84O
A gastropub that promises to be anything, but usual. Happening venue for an eclectic menu of American, European and Asian pub dishes and a full bar. Although this is a very expensive place, it has some great drinks and delicious appetizers. The dragon spring rolls and the drink named ‘manga’ are brilliant Monkey Bar Monkey Bar - #610, 12th Main, Indiranagar, Towards 80ft Road, Opp. SBI, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Bangalore - 560038 t: +91-80-44114455 GPS Coordinate - 12.970455, 77.645362 | https://goo.gl/gcbILy
Pub classics, global dishes and cocktails offered in a chic, sustainably designed hotel space. The architectural brilliance of this place catches your attention – colossal, ample seating options (indoor/outdoor), secluded dancing floor, uber cool lightings and a well stocked bar Sphyre Sphyre - Sphyre, Residency Road, Shanthala Nagar, Bangalore - 560025 t: +91-8066604545 GPS Coordinate - 12.971492, 77.606142 | https://goo.gl/kj9qKc Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Watering Holes
Enliven your evenings at this award winning, contemporary lounge overlooking the hotel’s courtyard. Featuring creative cocktails shaken or stirred by master bartenders, Sutra is perfectly in tune with the vibrant rhythms of Bangalore at night. With its live music, modern dance floor and chic cocktails, Sutra attracts stylish party animals from all over the city Sutra – The Lounge Sutra – The Lounge - Kumara Park East, Seshadripuram, Bangalore - 560001 t: +91-9513361633 GPS Coordinate - 12.992053, 77.581932 | https://goo.gl/oU0ENx
A very happening place for Bollywood and Punjabi song lovers. The Punjabi dhol vala (drummer) that comes after 11 PM. If you are a dance lover and are sick of listening to English music in Bangalore pubs, this is the place to be at and dance your heart out! Glassy Lounge Glassy Lounge - No.24-26, 414/80/2, Outer Ring Road, Green Glen Layout, Bellandur, Green Glen Layout, Bellandur, Bangalore t: +91-9886984357 GPS Coordinate - 12.924269, 77.671754 | https://goo.gl/oR9hvz
Brick-walled microbrewery offering naturally-crafted beers, hearty pub grub and brewery tours. Toit is a brew pub in Bangalore, brewing a revolutionary culture. A sweet little Bengaluru brewing culture that promises some bodacious brews, fabulous foods and a supreme brew-pub experience. Toit Brewpub Toit Brewpub - 298, 100 Feet Road, Near KFC Restaurant, Indira Nagar II Stage, Binnamangala, Stage 1, Indiranagar, Bangalore t: +91-9019713388 GPS Coordinate - 12.979234, 77.640591 | https://goo.gl/DZI9Ap
A fun lively place! Very colourful, nicely lit, funky sorta place. They make killer cocktails, and yummy baos. Swanky interiors, a fancy little food truck and great thai curry sum up the experience at Hangover Hangover Hangover - 1080, 12th Main Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Appareddipalya, Indiranagar, Bangalore - 560008 t: +91-80-49653264 GPS Coordinate - 12.970208, 77.638135 | https://goo.gl/ncqv1g Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Experiences
Pioneers in the Indian wine production, Mr. Kanwal Grover and Mr. Georges Vesselle had been the first to plant French vine varieties in India, in 1988. Situated 40 kilometers North-East of Bangalore, stretches India’s most exiting wine region: the Nandi Hills. Once known as the summer retreat of Tipu Sultan and then of the British, it has triumphantly risen as a rich wine producing area in recent past. Grover Vineyards arranges Grover Vineyards wine tasting tours for groups. Grover Vineyards - 95, 1st Main, SBM Colony, Anand Nagar, Jayamahal Extension, Jayamahal, Bangalore - 560024 t: +91-9379627188 GPS Coordinate - 13.001330, 77.597492 | https://goo.gl/5qBTLO
They were the unique wine people who studied the Indian Territory in terms of winemaking. They explored the country for the most appropriate Bangalore region (according to soil & climate) to grow French grape varieties. Bangalore Soma Vineyards - Sonnenahalli, Karnataka 561204 Soma Vineyards t: +91-9845428071 GPS Coordinate - 13.420054, 77.486230 | https://goo.gl/J20Ge0
Double the fun when you visit Lalbagh Botanical Gardens with a pre-planned picnic under one of the magnificent old trees. Of course why stress with preparations when someone can do it for you. Just hop into Food Hall’s gourmet section at 1 MG Mall to get all the food prepared and packed and set A Picnic at Lalbagh of in hands-free style. When at Food Hall don’t forget to get a bottle of “Icing on Top” - Cranberry Orange Mini Cookies - delightful Botanical Gardens A Picnic at Lalbagh Botanical Gardens - Lalbagh Road, Mavalli, Bangalore - 560004 t: +91-80-26578184 GPS Coordinate - 12.950745, 77.584774 | https://goo.gl/LQhcTu
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX Top Experiences
Ease away jetlag and post wedding blues with a spa treatment at Angsana. Angsana’s Bangalore spa resort seizes the opportunity to employ these fresh fragrant blooms for use in its uniquely-tailored spa treatments. Combined with aromatic essential oils, natural body conditioners and Angsana Oasis polishes, you will be put at ease under the intuitive touch of their skilled therapists at Angsana Oasis Spa Spa & Resort Angsana Oasis Spa & Resort - Northwest Country, Main Doddaballapur Road, Rajankunte, Addevishvanathapura, Bangalore t: +91-80-28468892 GPS Coordinate - 13.182468, 77.559507 | https://goo.gl/BC5re6
A Modern Devotion to a Sacred Indian Ritual’ - The New York Times At Nrityagram, dance is a way of life, a matter of faith and belief, nurtured and enriched by the souls of it’s own people. Book a Private Lecture and Demonstration at Nrityagram - This includes a guided tour for 45 Nrityagram minutes plus a 45 minute lecture-demonstration on dance (specifically Odissi) plus 15 minute Q & A. Advance Booking and payment is required Dance Village Nrityagram Dance Village - Hessaraghatta P O, Nrithyagram, Bangalore - 560088 t: +91-80-28466314 GPS Coordinate - 13.163339, 77.459917 | https://goo.gl/X37ozH
Ranga Shankara is a commitment to the art of theatre, to the cultural fabric of our country and its people: bringing to them a wholesome feast of theatre to awaken and thrill the senses. Ranga Shankara is a world-class theatre facility in Bangalore, India. Look up their list of plays and book for a truly beautiful experience - http://rangashankara.org/plays/list/ Rangashankara Drama Rangashankara Drama - No. 36/2, 8th Cross Road, JP Nagar, 2nd Phase, R K Colony, Bangalore - 560078 t: +91-80-26493982 GPS Coordinate - 12.911528, 77.587154 | https://goo.gl/779qzr Top Experiences
Wonderla is a synonym to fun and masti. We welcome you to India’s most acclaimed amusement park! Get all set to have a magical experience at the Wonderla Amusement park in Bangalore. Here is where the fun begins for the entire family! Wonderla Bangalore with its 61 thrill packed Wonderla rides is sure to delight all age groups Amusement Park Wonderla Amusement Park - 28th km, Mysore Road, Before Bidadi, Bangalore - 562109 t: +91-80-22010333 GPS Coordinate - 12.834274, 77.401041 | https://goo.gl/YrwcQV
Eagleton is designed to cater to the growing number of Golf enthusiasts - Indian and foreign - who are seeking fresh challenges and new destinations. Eagleton Eagleton also offers a Kaleidoscope of exclusive activities and accommodation in tune with the recreational needs of discerning non-golfers Eagleton - The Golf Village - Bidadi, 30th Km, Bangalore-Mysore Highway, Bangalore - 562109 The Golf Village t: +91-80-22632222 GPS Coordinate - 12.810285, 77.416279 | https://goo.gl/tykrBH
Clay Station is a creative clay studio, for the experienced, aspiring and recreational potter. A collective of enthusiastic artists, Clay Station grew out of an infectious passion for the art form. In an effort to share the therapeutic and creative joys of clay, they make the best pottery as accessible to you as possible. If you want to learn pottery or need space and tools to create your own pieces, visit the Pottery Studio, which Claystation offers programmes for all ages and have open studio hours. Pottery Studio Claystation Pottery Studio - #1-C , 2nd floor 1st ‘D’ Main Road, 14th ‘B’ Cross, HSR Layout, Sector 6, Bangalore - 560102 +91-9535000629 GPS Coordinate - 12.916006, 77.627147 | https://goo.gl/gDEtrR
Vidhana Soudha - Dr Ambedkar Rd, Sampangi Ramnagar, Bangalore GPS Coordinate - 12.979638, 77.590716 | https://goo.gl/4wpKkX www.mrnmrsmani.com #mrnmrsmani