top 10 places to visit in mysore in 1 day
Top 10 must-visit places that offer a blend of royal heritage, culture, and nature,
1-day itinerary covering the top 10 places to visit in Mysore, including entrance fees, timings, and a logical route to maximize your time:
Morning (7:30 AM – 12:00 PM) top 10 places to visit in Mysore in 1 day
- Chamundi Hills & Chamundeshwari Temple
- Time: 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
- Entry Fee: Free (VIP darshan available for ₹30)
- Highlights: Panoramic city views, 1000-step climb (or drive up), Nandi statue.
- Tip: Visit early to avoid crowds and heat.
- Mysore Palace
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Entry Fee: ₹50 (Indians), ₹200 (foreigners)
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM (illuminated Sundays 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
- Highlights: Indo-Saracenic architecture, royal artifacts, Durbar Hall.
- Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery
- Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹20 (adults), ₹15 (children)
- Timings: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Highlights: Raja Ravi Varma paintings, Hoysala sculptures.
Afternoon (12:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
- St. Philomena’s Cathedral
- Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
- Entry Fee: Free
- Timings: 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Highlights: Neo-Gothic architecture, stained-glass windows.
- Lunch at Hotel RRR
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Budget: ₹250–300 for two
- Must-try: Mysore masala dosa, Mysore Pak.
- Brindavan Gardens & KRS Dam
- Time: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹50 (adults), ₹5 (children)
- Timings: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM (musical fountain at 6:30 PM)
- Highlights: Symmetrical gardens, boat rides, sunset views.
Evening (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
- Mysore Zoo
- Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹50 (weekdays), ₹60 (weekends)
- Timings: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (closed Tuesdays)
- Highlights: Rare species like white tigers, aviaries.
- Devaraja Market
- Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Entry Fee: Free
- Timings: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Highlights: Spices, silk, sandalwood souvenirs.
- Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
- Time: 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹40 (adults), ₹20 (children)
- Timings: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Highlights: Intricate sand sculptures, cultural themes.
- Dinner at Oyster Bay
- Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Budget: ₹300–350 for two
- Cuisine: Indian/Continental fusion.
Key Tips
- Transport: Hire a cab/auto-rickshaw for the day (~₹1000–1500) or use buses (e.g., Bus 201 for Chamundi Hills)
- Avoid: Mondays (Railway Museum closed) and Tuesdays (Zoo/Karanji Lake closed)
- Skip if short on time: Lalitha Mahal or Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (better for 2-day trips).
This itinerary balances history, culture, nature, and food while adhering to timings and fees. Let me know if you’d like adjustments!
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