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The Hal Aerospace Museum
The Hal Aerospace Museum
India’s aeronautical history is well showcased at the wonderful Aerospace Museum where imposing models of HAL-designed aircraft share space with indigenous models such as the Marut and Kiran, a vintage Canberra bomber, and the now-infamous MiG-21.
Climb The Walls
Climb The Walls
Equilibrium, an indoor climbing centre, is the perfect place at which to try your hand at bouldering. Specialised trainers will help you get your technique right, and you can even join outdoor climbing excursions on weekends.
Visit a Bangalore Institution
Visit a Bangalore Institution
The iconic Blossom Book House is one of those wonderlands where you can spend hours and never want to leave. Pick from the fabulous collection of bestsellers or, unearth some rare collectibles at a very good price.
Touch Wood
Touch Wood
You will find many a great gift at the spacious, government-run Cauvery Arts & Crafts Emporium. Not only does it stock gorgeous products crafted from sandalwood and rosewood, but it also has a vibrant collection of textiles.
Apaulogy
Apaulogy
This gallery, run by artist Paul Fernandes, features cartoons and illustrations that hark back to a Bangalore from another era. Expect to find watercolours of Koshy’s, Commercial Street and the elite Bangalore Club, among other iconic Bangalore locales.
Explore the National Gallery of Modern Art
at Bangalore
Explore the National Gallery of Modern Art
Lose track of time as you admire stupendous art pieces at NGMA. There is an impressive collection of paintings, sculptures and early photography to be discovered, as well as a garden, dotted with trees and fountains, to unwind at.
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Go Shop Hopping
Go Shop Hopping
Brigade Road is buzzing with an eclectic mix of big names and local stores. Spend a day here, and you are sure to come back with bags full of clothes and accessories. The famed street is at its prettiest around New Year, when the entire stretch is draped in rows of twinkling fairy lights.
National Gallery Of Modern Art
National Gallery Of Modern Art
Housed in a heritage mansion with whitewashed walls; the NGMA is the perfect place to admire modern Indian art. Appreciate the impressive paintings, sculptures and photographs by artists like Anjolie Ela Menon and Jitish Kallat, and end by cooling off in the beautiful gardens of the structure.
See a Palace And a Market
See a Palace And a Market
Dive into the bustling and colourful K.R. Market and enjoy the glorious sights of fresh produce, heaps of spices and shining copperware. Go on to explore Tipu Sultan’s Palace nearby, a historic structure adorned in teak pillars and ornamental frescoes.
Get refreshed at Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
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Get refreshed at Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
Spread over two hundred and forty acres, this wonderful garden is home to ancient trees and diverse species of plants. Take a guided tour to explore its delights. Don’t miss the stunning flower shows, held twice a year.
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Binge on books at Blossom Book House
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Binge on books at Blossom Book House
Here, you can spend hours amid the bookshelves, which have stacks of yellowed tomes as well as the newest bestsellers, all reasonably priced. It’s not for nothing that this place is considered a Bangalore institution.
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Souvenir-hunt at Cauvery Arts & Crafts Emporium
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Souvenir-hunt at Cauvery Arts & Crafts Emporium
This expansive government-run emporium has an impressive collection of quality sandalwood and rosewood products, as well a variety of interesting textiles. You’re sure to find a souvenir worth taking back home.
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Go back in time at aPaulogy Gallery
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Go back in time at aPaulogy Gallery
The charming Paul Fernandes runs this space, featuring cartoons and illustrations that will take you back to a lost era of Bangalore. Here, you will find watercolours of Koshy’s, Commercial Street and the exclusive Bangalore Club, among other city icons.
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Stroll Through Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Stroll Through Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Walk under the shade of ancient trees and explore one of the world’s most diverse collections of plants on a guided tour through this 240-acre oasis. The Lalbagh Botanical Gardens is one of the city’s largest green spaces, and Bangalore Walks is one of the most reputed operators to discover it with.
Dive into the bustle at KR Market
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Dive into the bustle at KR Market
The colourful market is filled with beautiful sights – piles of the freshest produce, heaps of spices and lovely copperware. Tipu Sultan’s Palace nearby, with its teak pillars and ornamental frescoes, is worth a visit too.
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Hit the street at Brigade Road
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Hit the street at Brigade Road
A mixed bag of big brands and local boutiques, Brigade Road is a great place to spend the day. There’s plenty to eat here too, when you need a break from all that shopping. Visit around New Year to see the stretch draped in rows and rows of fairy lights.
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Hotels Nearby
Taj Bangalore
Taj Bangalore
Opposite Kempegowda International Airport, Devanahalli, Bengaluru
Opposite Kempegowda International Airport, Devanahalli,
Bengaluru
Located close to Kempegowda International Airport, this hotel offers ample business and leisure facilities.
Opposite to International Airport
Spacious Rooms with Garden Views
24-hour Fitness Centre
Airport located 250 meters from hotel
Taj MG Road
Taj MG Road
41/3 MG Road, Bengaluru
41/3 MG Road,
Bengaluru
38.0km from Kempegowda International Airport
A business hotel equipped with modern facilities and amenities located on MG Road, right in the heart of the city.
Located in the Heart of the City
Packages for Solo Women Travelers
Chinese Restaurant
Fitness Centre & J Wellness Circle
Taj West End
Taj West End
Race Course Road, Bengaluru
Race Course Road,
Bengaluru
33.8km from Kempegowda International Airport
With a legacy of more than 125 years, Taj Bangalore, located in the centre of the city is spread over 20 acres of plush landscaped gardens.
Heritage Hotel Built in 1887
Nestled amidst 20 acres of gardens
Rooms/Suites with Private Balconies
J Wellness Circle
Taj Yeshwantpur
Taj Yeshwantpur
2275, Tumkur Road, Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru
2275, Tumkur Road, Yeshwantpur,
Bengaluru
35.0km from Kempegowda International Airport
Located in Yeshwantpur, one of the largest industrial areas in Southeast Asia. The property is close to emerging business hotspots.
Located in Bangalore's Business District
327 luxurious spacious rooms
22000 sq ft of convention space with both indoor & outdoor
Swimming Pool & J Wellness Circle