Best Places to Visit in Bangalore for Solo Travelers

30 curated destinations perfect for solo travelers

Bangalore is incredibly welcoming for solo travelers with its safe streets, vibrant cafe culture, and plenty of spaces perfect for self-exploration. From peaceful parks and bookstore cafes to heritage walks and cultural venues, discover the city at your own pace.

30 Places
Metro Accessible

Tips for Solo Travelers

  • Cafes in Indiranagar are perfect for remote work
  • Join walking tours to meet fellow travelers
  • Metro is the best way to navigate the city
  • Bangalore is safe for solo exploration even at night
  • Visit museums on weekdays for a peaceful experience

Top 30 Places

Photo of Cubbon Park
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Tourist

Cubbon Park

A sprawling 300-acre green oasis in the heart of Bengaluru, perfect for morning walks and nature lovers.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Free
Best: Early morning or evening

Activities: Walking, jogging, photography, bird watching

Cubbon Park2 min walk
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Tourist

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Historic botanical garden famous for its diverse flora, glass house, and beautiful landscapes.

6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
₹10 for adults
Best: Morning hours

Activities: Garden walks, photography, flower shows

Lalbagh Botanical Garden3 min walk
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Shopping

MG Road

Premier shopping destination with numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, dining, street food

MG Road1 min walk
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Shopping

Brigade Road

Popular shopping and entertainment hub with cafes, pubs, and retail stores.

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, dining, nightlife

MG Road5 min walk
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Food

Koshy's Restaurant

Iconic heritage restaurant serving continental and Indian cuisine since 1940.

8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Free entry
Best: Breakfast and dinner

Activities: Heritage dining, continental cuisine, people watching

MG Road3 min walk
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Cultural

National Gallery of Modern Art

Premier art gallery showcasing contemporary Indian art and sculptures.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
₹20 for adults
Best: Weekends

Activities: Art viewing, cultural events, workshops

Trinity8 min walk
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Cultural

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath

Cultural center promoting visual arts with galleries and workshops.

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
₹10 for adults
Best: Weekends

Activities: Art exhibitions, cultural programs, workshops

Sampige Road12 min walk
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Education

Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum

Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits and technology displays.

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
₹40 for adults
Best: Weekends

Activities: Interactive exhibits, science learning, technology demonstrations

Cubbon Park12 min walk
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Shopping

Commercial Street

Bustling shopping street famous for clothes, accessories, and street food.

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Shopping, street food, bargaining

MG Road8 min walk
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Nature

Ulsoor Lake

Serene lake perfect for boating and peaceful walks around the perimeter.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Free
Best: Early morning or evening

Activities: Boating, walking, photography, bird watching

MG Road15 min walk
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Nature

Sankey Tank

Historic tank with walking path and beautiful sunset views.

6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Free
Best: Evening for sunset

Activities: Walking, jogging, sunset viewing, photography

Sampige Road8 min walk
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Nightlife

Indiranagar 100 Feet Road

Bangalore's most vibrant nightlife and cafe street with trendy pubs, rooftop bars, boutiques, and restaurants lining both sides.

Open 24 hours (shops: 10 AM - 11 PM)
Free
Best: Evening and night

Activities: Pub hopping, cafe crawls, shopping, dining, nightlife

Indiranagar5 min walk
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Nightlife

Koramangala 5th Block

Popular hangout zone with eclectic mix of cafes, microbreweries, restaurants, and startup offices in South Bangalore.

Open 24 hours (establishments: 10 AM - 11 PM)
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Cafe hopping, dining, shopping, nightlife, coworking

Jayanagara20 min walk
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Nightlife

Church Street

Charming pedestrian-friendly street connecting MG Road to Brigade Road, lined with heritage buildings, boutique cafes, bookstores, and trendy eateries.

Open 24 hours (shops: 10 AM - 10 PM)
Free
Best: Evening

Activities: Cafe hopping, street food, shopping, photography, people watching

MG Road3 min walk
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Tourist

Bangalore Palace

Magnificent palace built in Tudor style architecture, showcasing royal heritage.

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
₹230 for adults
Best: Morning hours

Activities: Palace tour, photography, heritage walk

Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)15 min walk
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Shopping

Phoenix MarketCity

Large shopping mall with diverse retail options, food court, and entertainment zone.

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Free
Best: Weekends

Activities: Shopping, dining, movies, gaming

Whitefield (Kadugodi)10 min walk
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IT Hub

Electronic City IT Hub

Major IT hub housing numerous technology companies and software parks.

24/7 (office hours vary)
Free
Best: Business hours

Activities: Business meetings, office work

Electronic City5 min walk
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Tourist

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Historic wooden palace showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture and Tipu Sultan's legacy.

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
₹15 for adults
Best: Morning hours

Activities: Historical tour, photography, museum visit

Krishna Rajendra Market8 min walk
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Religious

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Ancient temple dedicated to Nandi Bull, carved from a single granite rock.

6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Free
Best: Early morning or evening

Activities: Prayer, temple visit, photography

Lalbagh Botanical Garden12 min walk
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Religious

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Beautiful temple complex dedicated to Lord Krishna with stunning architecture.

4:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:20 PM
Free
Best: Evening aarti time

Activities: Prayer, spiritual discourse, prasadam

Indiranagar20 min walk
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Shopping

UB City Mall

Luxury shopping destination with premium brands and fine dining options.

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Free
Best: Weekends

Activities: Luxury shopping, fine dining, entertainment

Cubbon Park10 min walk
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Shopping

Forum Mall

Popular shopping mall with diverse retail options and entertainment facilities.

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Free
Best: Weekends

Activities: Shopping, dining, movies

Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)15 min walk
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Entertainment

Wonderla Amusement Park

Thrilling amusement park with exciting rides and water attractions.

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
₹899 onwards
Best: Weekends and holidays

Activities: Rides, water sports, entertainment shows

Kengeri25 min walk
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Entertainment

Innovative Film City

Entertainment complex with movie sets, adventure activities, and theme parks.

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
₹599 onwards
Best: Weekends

Activities: Movie sets tour, adventure sports, entertainment

Kengeri30 min walk
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Nature

Bannerghatta National Park

Wildlife sanctuary with safari, zoo, and butterfly park.

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
₹80 for adults
Best: Morning hours

Activities: Safari, zoo visit, nature walk

Jayadeva Hospital35 min walk
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Nature

Nandi Hills

Scenic hill station perfect for sunrise viewing and trekking.

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
₹30 for adults
Best: Early morning for sunrise

Activities: Trekking, sunrise viewing, photography

Nagasandra45 min walk
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Government

Vidhana Soudha

Iconic government building showcasing Neo-Dravidian architecture.

External viewing only
Free (external viewing)
Best: Evening when illuminated

Activities: Photography, architecture appreciation

Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)2 min walk
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Government

High Court of Karnataka

Majestic red building housing the state's highest judicial authority.

Court hours only
Free (external viewing)
Best: Morning hours

Activities: Architecture viewing, photography

Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)5 min walk
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Cultural

Ranga Shankara Theatre

Premier theatre venue hosting plays, cultural performances, and festivals.

Show timings vary
₹200-500 per show
Best: Evening shows

Activities: Theatre shows, cultural events, festivals

Jayanagara10 min walk
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Education

Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

Premier research institute with beautiful campus and scientific heritage.

Campus tours by appointment
Free (with permission)
Best: Weekdays

Activities: Campus tour, scientific exhibitions

Sampige Road15 min walk

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