KR Market

Meet your guide at the meeting point at the designated time. Dive straight into the history of the city as you navigate the streets. The bustling market areas with narrow streets are bursting with stories that reflect the real soul of Bangalore. Depending on the starting time of the tour, have an indulgent breakfast or snack of the locals' favourite Masala Dosa and South Indian Filter Coffee. With a true Bangalorean as your guide, navigate the older parts of the city as you learn about its origins, including the fascinating history of the Mysore rulers and the British. Explore some of Bangalore's oldest neighbourhoods. Enjoy delicious snacks for a memorable day to an area often ignored by other travellers. Proceed to KR Market, which is the largest flower market in Asia! Walk through the busy market as you take in the smells and sights of colourful flowers and fresh produce. Next, head to the ruins of the Bangalore Fort, built in the 1700's and listen to the glory days of the South rulers with references to old photographs and sketches. Our final stop will be outside the Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan. Marvel at the teak wood columns and the influence of the Indo-Islamic culture on the frescoes. At the end of the memorable walking tour of Old Bangalore, your guide will assist you with booking a taxi or finding public transport for you to head back.

Join a food evangelist for a culinary journey through Bangalore's culture: Indulge in Bangalore's finest delicacies on this food street walk, a true feast for your tastebuds. Savor a variety of local treats, from spicy chaats to delicious dosas, and discover the culinary secrets that make Bangalore a food lover's paradise. As you meander through the bustling streets, you'll be immersed in the vibrant atmosphere, with the aroma of freshly cooked food wafting through the air. 6 PM: Start from KR Market, named after Krishna Rajendra Wodeyar, a former ruler of Mysore. It's Asia's first locality with electricity and houses one of the largest flower markets. 6:45 PM: Metro ride to VV Puram. Indulge in Bangalore's finest at Thindi Beedi, the city's famed food street, renowned for South Indian delicacies like butter dosa and idli vada, alongside North Indian chaat.

Start you journey with hotel pick-up at around 9:00 in the morning as your guide and chauffeur awaits you. From here head to the neo-classical styled Iskcon temple. You'll stay here for 30 minutes after which you continue to the ornate teak-covered Tipu Sultan’s Palace. This historic two-story royal home was recently converted into museum, offering unique insight into Bangalore history. Stay here for 40 minutes. Visit the lush Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, a facility that houses more than 1,000 unique floras. Your stay of time over here would be around 45 minutes as later you proceed to enjoy a local south Indian lunch. After lunch, admire the beauty of city’s Bangalore palace from outside. Before the tour ends, visit the Bull temple built in the Dravidian style into the surrounding rocks. After this your tour ends with hotel drop-off you are free to explore the city at your own.

A unique and fun way to explore the city is on this TUK TUK tour, in local style! We begin with some food exploration in Bangalores’s favourite local cafe, the Brahmins coffee bar to sample their food with a cup of fresh hot filter coffee. Next up, get an introduction to Hinduism at the 500 year old Bull temple and watch the rituals related to vehicle worship at the Big Ganesha temple. We will proceed to learn about the history of Bangalore in the old city created by Kempegowda, where we will also see the KR Market dubbed the largest Flower market in Asia. Our tour will then take us through Bangalore's green lung space the Cubbon park, where we will learn about the British influence on the city on a walk inside this space. We will see the 2 important administrative buildings here; The High court and Vidhana Soudha, built pre-independence and post-independence. We conclude the tour here.

Discover Bangalore: Evening City Tour Experience the vibrant essence of Bangalore with our Evening City Tour! This curated journey showcases the city's rich history and cultural heritage, providing an immersive experience that captures the heart of Bangalore. Tour Highlights: Vidhan Soudha: Begin your adventure at this architectural marvel, a symbol of Karnataka's legislative power. Enjoy a 30-minute walk around the stunning building and its surroundings. KR Market: Take the metro to KR Market, renowned for being one of Asia’s largest flower markets. Wander through the bustling stalls for 60 minutes and catch a glimpse of Bangalore Fort, a relic of the city’s historic past. Bull Temple & Dodda Ganpati Temple: Continue your journey with a metro ride to the Bull Temple. Here, hop on a tuk-tuk to explore this iconic temple and the nearby Dodda Ganpati Temple in Basavanagudi, famous for its massive Ganpati idol. Hindu Mythology Insights: Wrap up your tour with an engaging 90-minute session on Hindu mythology. Gain a deeper understanding of the spiritual and cultural narratives that shape the rich tapestry of Hindu traditions. Join us for an unforgettable evening that blends sightseeing, cultural exploration, and spiritual learning in the vibrant city of Bangalore!

If you seek a mere sightseeing tour, this may not be for you. But if you wish to explore the city’s deep historical and cultural roots, you're in the right place. We pick you up after breakfast. As the title suggests, this tour is the story of Bangalore—its transformation from obscurity to a modern metropolis. The experience begins at Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore’s oldest and most treasured green space. Our expert guide outlines the day's itinerary and how each site connects to the city's evolution. Stroll through lush landscapes featuring Banyans, Araucarias, Ceibas, Plumerias, Cypresses, Saracas, and various timber and fruit trees. Marvel at the park’s geological wonder, regal statues, Victorian monuments, a serene lake and a variety of furry mammals and avians that call this park their home. Next, we take a short drive to Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple or Bull Temple, where you’ll gain insight into Hindu mythology, its many deities, and the role of temples in daily life. Admire the intricate carvings, stonework, and sacred rituals before seeking the deity’s blessing. A short distance away is Bangalore Fort, once a mighty South Indian bastion. Though only a fraction remains, you’ll learn about the Battle of Bangalore (1791) while exploring its gigantic doors, intricate Islamic art, and remarkable stone masonry, reminiscent of a famous South American monument. Next we visit the site where the official city of Bangalore was established in 1537 by Kempe Gowda. Today, this bustling area, once a mud fort, is chock-a-block with over 25,000 business establishments selling every conceivable commodity. At its heart lies KR Market. The vibrant sight of traders and hawkers displaying colorful wares—fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices cast iron pots, and groceries—feels like walking in a time warp, creating a truly astonishing and speechless experience. Then, enjoy an authentic South Indian lunch at one of Bangalore’s iconic restaurants. Prepare to be delighted by an array of foods and flavors—the very reason the phrase finger-licking good exists! Post-lunch, we will visit sites in the erstwhile cantonment, the British part of Bangalore. Our journey begins at a church from the early 1800s. As you explore the altar and gaze at the wall memorials of long-gone Britons, you can’t help but marvel at the British enterprise, which, for a time, ruled much of the world. We then visit the exteriors of Bangalore Palace, resembling an English manor. Learn about its first owner, its connection to the Wadiyar dynasty, and their role in shaping modern Mysore. Our final stop is Vidhana Soudha, India’s largest state legislature. While admiring its grandeur, discover the fascinating story behind its construction and architectural brilliance. As the day concludes, we drop you back at your location, wrapping up an unforgettable journey through Bangalore’s past and present.

We would walk down Brigade Road & MG Road. We begin at Cauvery Emporium, explore the road's history and landmark buildings. Learn about the first shops and much more as we walk down the alley. Proceed to Asia's largest flower market. Experience vibrant colors and scents, a typical local Indian market's hustle and bustle, get to know how a typical day is for a local vendor The market itself is steeped in history, having been established during the British era. You'll see the colonial architecture of the market building and nearby structures, giving you a glimpse into Bangalore's past. Even more importantly, explore the market's captivating history and .. much more as we walk The Bangalore Fort, a historic site that dates back to the Kempe Gowda era is our next stop. It's small but a significant fort with lot of history. The Kote Venkataraman Temple one of the oldest temple in Bangalore was built in the early 17th century during the reign of the Mysore Wodeyars. We then proceed to Tippu's Summer Palance, a marvel at the teakwood architecture. Explore the museum's exhibits showcasing Tipu Sultan's artifacts. Learn about place, some facts that you might not know.

A visit to the city is not complete without experiencing its food. We will being the tour with a visit to the Brahmins Coffee Bar to sample their food with a cup of coffee. Get an introduction to Hinduism at the 500 year old Bull temple and watch the rituals related to vehicle worship at the Big Ganesha temple. We will proceed to learn about the history of Bangalore in the old city created by Kempegowda, where we will also see the KR Market dubbed the largest Flower market in Asia. Our tour will then take us through Bangalore's green lung space the Cubbon park, where we will learn about the British influence on the city on a walk inside this space. We will see the 2 important administrative buildings here; The High court and Vidhana Soudha, built pre-independence and post-independence. We conclude the tour here.

A food evangelist will lead the Food street walk and help you experience the culture of Bangalore through its food. 6 PM- Start from KR Market Our first destination is KR market one of the busiest and most famous markets in Bangalore. It is named after Krishna Rajendra Wodeyar, a former ruler of the princely state of Mysore. The bustling market is a riot of colors and acts as a nerve center for small traders and shop owners. It is in fact the first locality in the whole of Asia to get electricity and considered to be one of the biggest flower markets in Asia! The market which is primarily a wholesale bazaar, is a riot of sounds, scents and colours sprawling over 47,000 sq m. Retailers, push-cart vendors, hoteliers and householders thronged the market to get fresh produce. 645PM- Take a short Metro ride to VV Puram. Experience Bangalore's best delicacies at local eateries in VV Puram. VV Puram is the most famous food street in Bangalore, and a must-visit for any foodie. Known as Thindi Beedi , meaning eat street, it is the ideal hangout for some of the best eats in the city Savour South Indian butte dosa, idli vada or the local favorite hollige and North Indian chat items.

6PM- Meet us at the entrance of Chikpet metro station Walk starts at KR Market through Bangalore's largest wholesale market for spices, flowers and fruits & vegetables. Awat an assault on all the 5 senses! We will next walk through Bangalore's most famous food street at VV Puram. Savour South Indian butte dosa, idli vada or the local favourite hollige. Taste North Indian chat items like samosa, sev puri or bhel puri. Pav Bhaji and Dabeli are also irresistible. Donot miss the Gulkund icecream for dessert. This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.