Mysuru Tourist Places gives a brief description of the Tourist places in Mysuru. The Main attraction is the Amba Vilas Palace, the city has attractions for people of every age. From the Mysuru Zoo for the Kids and Jaganmohan Palace for Art Lovers to the Chamundi Temple for the elders.
Mysuru Palace
Mysuru Palace is one of the most visited monuments in India. it is also known as the Amba Vilas Palace. There is a Private Residential museum in the old portion of the palace that gives insight into the life and lifestyle of Wadiyar. Please allocate two hours of your Itinerary for the Mysuru Palace visit.
Mysuru Palace Timings :
All Days: 10 am to 05:30 pm
Sound and Light Show
Timings :
All Days Except Sunday & Public Holidays: 07:00 pm to 7:45 pm
Palace Illumination:
Timings:
Monday to Saturday: 7:40 pm to 7:45 pm (5 Minutes)
Sunday and Public Holidays: 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm (45 Minutes)
You can now buy tickets online for entry to the Palace, Visit the Mysuru Palace Website :
Shree Chamundeshwari Temple
Sri Chamundeshwari Temple is Located on the top of Chamundi hills. A flight of 1000 steps takes you to the temple. The temple is also accessible by road and is around 13 Kilometers from City Center. There is a Viewpoint with a telescope on the way to the temple and a magnificent view of the city is seen from this point. from the intersection near the viewpoint, you take a deviation road to go to the huge monolith statue of Nandi, the Bull.
Shree Chamundeshwari Temple Timings :
7:30 am to 2:00 pm
3:30 pm to 6:00 pm
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Timings may be changed on Special Days.
You can now buy tickets online for entry to the Temple, Visit the Temple Website :
Saint Philomena’s Cathedral
Saint Philomena’s Cathedral is one of the Largest Churches in the Country. it has been built in the Gothic style with stained glass windows and twin spires, which are 175ft in height.it is over 200 years old. The Holy Mass is performed daily in Kannada, Tamil, and English.
Saint Philomena’s Cathedral Timings :
From: 5:00 am to 6:00 pm
Mysuru Zoo
Mysuru Zoo is one of the oldest and most popular Zoos in southern India.
It is home to a wide range of animals from giraffes, elephants, lions, tigers, rhinos, zebras, gaur, hippopotamus, birds, etc. The Zoo area is around 80 acres. There is a battery Operated Vehicle that is available for Tourists who don’t want to walk.
Mysuru Zoo timings :
From: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday Holiday
You can now buy tickets online for entry to the Zoo, Visit the Zoo Website :
Lalitha Mahal Palace
Lalitha Mahal Palace is the Second Largest Palace in Mysuru. it is White in Color it gets from granite stone. It has Victorian-style interiors and is now a five-star hotel. it is located at a distance of 5 Kilometers from the City center at the foot of Chamundi Hills.
To book Rooms visit their website:
Rail Museum
it is one of the oldest rail museums and the second-largest rail museum in India. The museum has a battery-operated mini-train for children. it has photographs and paintings depicting the growth of railways in India. It also has several vintage locomotives.
Rail Museum Timings
From 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Jaganmohan Palace
Jaganmohan Palace was constructed as an alternate retreat for the Royal Family. In 1915 it was converted into an Art Gallery. It contains the largest collection of artifacts. These artifacts are paintings, weapons of war, brass wares, antique coins, musical instruments, furniture, sculptures, etc. It has an auditorium where cultural programs are held.
Timings: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Mysuru Silk Factory
Mysuru is known all over the world for its Silk. The Factory was started by Maharaja in 1912 by importing looms. It is Now Managed by Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC). You can also purchase from KSIC Showrooms which are available at Garuda Mall., near Zoo, near K.R.Circle, and factory premises.
Factory Timings: 07:30 am to 04:00 pm, Sunday Holiday
Showroom Timings: 10:30 am to 07:30 pm, Sunday Holiday
To Buy Genuine Mysuru Silk online visit the factory website.
Karanji Lake
Karanji Lake was Built 100 years ago and is spread over 80 acres. it has a beautiful park and kids’ play area in the lake area. There is boating in the lake. it also has a butterfly park on an island in the lake.
Timings: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Mysuru Sand Sculpture Museum
Mysuru Sand Sculpture Museum is a unique museum for sand art and the first in India. it is spread over 13500 sq, ft and has 150 sculptures on 16 Themes.
Some of the Themes of sand Sculpture are Ganesha, Devi Chamundeshwari, Laughing Buddha, Dasara Ambari, The Zodiac Wheel, Bhagwat Gita Updesha, Ancient Civilization, Marine Life, Disneyland, Islamic Culture, Vintage Cars, Christmas Tree, and Santa Claus.
Timings: 08:00 am to 06:30 pm
Kuppanna Park
Kuppanna Park is spread over 12 Acres and is 500 meters from the Mysuru main Palace. it Hosts the Annual Dasara Flower Show. The Main Attraction at this Park is the Glasshouse and the Musical Fountain. The Musical Fountain dances to 32 Songs.
Musical Fountain Timings :
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm
Devaraja Market
Devaraja Market was started in 1890. it is an iconic landmark of the City. it has two entrances one on Sayaji Rao Road and the other on Dhanvanthri Road. you can buy fruits, vegetables, banana leaves, betel nuts, pots, and pans it has 800 shops. The market is a must-visit if you want to have a glimpse into the old-world charm of Mysuru and the life of the local people
Kukkarahalli Lake
Kukkarahalli Lake is located on the Mysuru University Campus. it is home to more than 180 species of migratory birds. The view from the northern side is the best, it has a walking path of 4.0 km that surrounds the lake.
Timings:
Morning : 6:00 am to 9:00 am
Evening: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
G.R.S Fantasy Park
G.R.S Fantasy Park is an Amusement cum Water Park.it is located on the ring road about 15 minutes drive from City Center and is one of the Best entertainment destinations for Kids in Mysuru. They have special offers for Students and Groups.
Timings:
Monday to Saturday: 10:30 am to 06:00 pm
Sunday and National Holidays: 10:30 am to 07:00 pm
Book Tickets online
Oriental Research Institute
Oriental Research Institute was originally called Oriental Library. it has a collection of over 50000 manuscripts in Sanskrit and Kannada. It was started in 1891
The name was changed to Oriental Research Institute in the year 1943.
Timings: Working days: 8 am to 8 pm
Regional Museum of National History
The Regional Museum of National History was inaugurated in 1995. it is located on the banks of Karanji Lake. it has information about the flora and fauna of southern India. it has guided tours and Film shows.
Timings: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Folklore Museum
The Folklore Museum is located in the Jayalakshmi Mansion. it exhibits arts and crafts from various states. The gallery is divided into folklore, dolls, folklife, literature, and art.
Timings: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Postal Museum
Postal Museum is set up by the Indian Postal Department in the Main building of the Postal Training Centre which is housed in the Karanji Mansion. it is must visit for children from the Internet Generation. Rare Collections of stamps are displayed. The first stamp issued by the Department of Post is on Display. Alongside different types of badges worn by employees, weights, weighing scales, morse instruments, journals, letterboxes, the attire of postman, bags, belts, slings, etc are displayed.
Timings: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm., Sunday Holiday
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya is the National Museum of Anthropology. The museum organizes various kinds of exhibitions.. it organizes training and workshops on Art and Handicrafts. A must-visit only for art lovers.
Timings: 10:00 am to 05:30 pm, Monday Holiday
Seashell Museum
it is a Museum that has various figures, monuments, idols, and sculptures made of Seashells. it is the first Seashell Museum in India. The Main attraction is the Taj Mahal made of Sea Shells.
Timings: 9:00 am to 06:00 pm.
Celebrity Wax Museum
it is a Museum with wax statues and figures of famous personalities. it is an attempt to create a Museum along the lines of Madam Tussaud’s Wax Museum in London. The Main attraction is the Wax statue of His Highness (Late) Srikanta Dutta Narasimharaja Wadiyar.
Timings: 09:00 am to 7:00 pm
Jalbagh
The latest tourist attraction is Jalbagh it is a garden full of sculptures. Jalbagh is World’s first reflection garden and is located at a distance of 10 km from the city on the K.R.S. main road at Belogola. Visit Jalbagh Facebook Page
Brindavan Gardens
Brindavan Gardens is one of the most beautifully laid-out terrace gardens in the world. it is located at the Krishnarajasagar Dam site, at a distance of 24 km from Mysuru City. The main attraction is the Musical Fountain. Even though located in the Mandya District, Brindavan Gardens has been a Must See for Tourists visiting Mysuru. Hence we have listed it here. it is visited in the evening for illumination and a musical fountain after visiting all tourist spots in the city.
Brindavan Gardens Timings :
Weekdays: 06:30 am to 08:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 06:00 am to 09:00 pm
Illumination Timings:
January to September: 07:00 pm to 7:55 pm
October to December: 07:00 pm to 08:55 pm
Musical Fountain Timings:
Weekdays: 06:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 06:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Brindavan Gardens Musical Fountain is under renovation, the inconvenience is regretted.
Brindavan Gardens is located at Krishnarajasagara in the Mandya District of the state but is included in Tourist attractions in Mysuru as it is very close to the city.
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updated on 15/07/23
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