Discover the top fun things to do in Bangalore – from heritage walking tours to chariot rides, iconic gardens, food stops, nightlife, and spiritual sojourns. Explore Bangalore like never before!
Bangalore (officially Bengaluru) isn’t just India’s IT hub — it’s a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be explored by curious locals and wide-eyed travellers alike. Whether you’re a culture buff, nature lover, foodie, or party animal, the city offers a mix of nostalgia, green escapes, buzzing streets, and soulful moments.
So ditch the usual touristy routes. Here’s our handpicked list of fun, quirky, and truly local ways to experience Bangalore City — powered by Around Big Cities.
🛺 1. Hop on a Chariot and See Bangalore from a New Lens
Forget cars — experience the city’s heritage and rhythm
with a chariot ride! We’re talking slow travel with a storyteller on board. It’s a throwback to simpler times, allowing you to soak in colonial architect
ure, empty streets, gardens and more!
💡 Best Time: Early morning
📍 Start Point: MG Road
🌳 2. Walk Through Cubbon Park – Where History Whispers Through Trees
Cubbon Park isn’t just greenery in the middle of a metro city. As you walk its well-laid paths, stop to read the engravings that tell you about its British-era beginnings, the flora, statues of iconic figures, and more.
🍀 Don’t miss the Attara Kacheri, State Central Library, and the Band Stand!
📍 Nearest Metro: Cubbon Park (Purple Line)
🌿 3. Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden – Glasshouse, Trees & Tranquility
One of Bangalore’s oldest botanical gardens, Lalbagh is home to India’s first glasshouse and over 1,000 species of plants. Walk inside the glasshouse (inspired by London’s Crystal Palace), sit under ancient trees, or just feed the geese by the lake.
🌼 Must visit during the biannual flower show (Jan & Aug)
🍽️ 4. Masala Dosa Mornings at Airlines Hotel
Looking for authentic South Indian breakfast? Head to Airlines Hotel, nestled under leafy trees. Order a crisp masala dosa, filter coffee, and watch life go by. It’s Bangalore nostalgia at its best.
💬 Locals say: “Tastes like childhood!”
📍 Off Lavelle Road
👾 5. Relive Your Childhood at Amoeba – Church Street’s Gaming Arcade
Who remembers spending hours at Amoeba? It’s still here! Challenge your friends to air hockey, shoot hoops, or ride the racing bikes. Great way to unwind or kick-start a fun day in Bangalore with kids or friends.
🕹️ Family-friendly fun in the city centre
📍 Church Street, Off MG Road
🏛️ 6. Time Travel on a Bangalore Walking Tour by ABC
Step back into the British Era with Around Big Cities’ signature Bangalore Heritage Walking Tour. Discover colonial bungalows, cobbled streets, and stories behind monuments you’ve walked past but never noticed. It’s informative, interactive, and incredibly Instagrammable.
🚶♀️ Book your spot on www.aroundbigcities.com
🎥 Watch the teaser video
💃 7. Dance the Night Away in Koramangala’s Electric Clubs
Want to see young Bangalore in its full energy? Head to Koramangala — the nightlife hub. With clubs blasting everything from Bollywood and EDM to techno and psy, there’s something for everyone. Dress up, dance out, and dive into the wild side of the city.
🎶 Crowd favorites: Indigo XP, Boho, Fandom, Gilly’s Redefined
🛕 8. End Your Day with Gratitude at ISKCON Temple
Before you call it a day, visit ISKCON Temple in Rajajinagar. It’s calm, majestic, and a place to reflect, chant or just sit in silence. Whether you’re spiritual or not, the atmosphere will leave you feeling centered and grateful.
🙏 Don’t forget to try their legendary prasadam!
📌 Bonus Tips for Exploring Bangalore Like a Pro:
- Rent a cycle near Cubbon Park or Ulsoor Lake
- Use Namma Metro to avoid traffic
- Carry a bottle, Bangalore sun can be intense!
- Follow @aroundbigcities on Instagram for weekly walk, trek, and trail updates
💥 Final Word
Bangalore is more than tech parks and traffic. With the right lens (and guide), it transforms into a city of stories, flavors, trees, and joy. Whether you’re new here or a true-blue Bangalorean — we invite you to see it all over again, with Around Big Cities.
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