Best Places to Visit in Bangalore in August
30 curated destinations for August
August continues the monsoon season with Independence Day celebrations being a highlight. The weather starts to become more pleasant towards month end with reduced rainfall.
Weather Tip: Monsoon continues but rainfall decreases - mix of indoor and outdoor activities
Events in August
Top 30 Places to Visit
Vidhana Soudha
Iconic government building showcasing Neo-Dravidian architecture.
Activities: Photography, architecture appreciation
Cubbon Park
A sprawling 300-acre green oasis in the heart of Bengaluru, perfect for morning walks and nature lovers.
Activities: Walking, jogging, photography, bird watching
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Historic botanical garden famous for its diverse flora, glass house, and beautiful landscapes.
Activities: Garden walks, photography, flower shows
Bangalore Palace
Magnificent palace built in Tudor style architecture, showcasing royal heritage.
Activities: Palace tour, photography, heritage walk
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
Beautiful temple complex dedicated to Lord Krishna with stunning architecture.
Activities: Prayer, spiritual discourse, prasadam
Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
Ancient temple dedicated to Nandi Bull, carved from a single granite rock.
Activities: Prayer, temple visit, photography
National Gallery of Modern Art
Premier art gallery showcasing contemporary Indian art and sculptures.
Activities: Art viewing, cultural events, workshops
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum
Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits and technology displays.
Activities: Interactive exhibits, science learning, technology demonstrations
Forum Mall
Popular shopping mall with diverse retail options and entertainment facilities.
Activities: Shopping, dining, movies
Phoenix MarketCity
Large shopping mall with diverse retail options, food court, and entertainment zone.
Activities: Shopping, dining, movies, gaming
Orion Mall
Large shopping mall with diverse retail options and entertainment facilities.
Activities: Shopping, dining, movies, entertainment
MG Road
Premier shopping destination with numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Activities: Shopping, dining, street food
Commercial Street
Bustling shopping street famous for clothes, accessories, and street food.
Activities: Shopping, street food, bargaining
Koshy's Restaurant
Iconic heritage restaurant serving continental and Indian cuisine since 1940.
Activities: Heritage dining, continental cuisine, people watching
MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)
Legendary South Indian restaurant famous for authentic Karnataka cuisine.
Activities: Traditional South Indian dining, heritage food experience
Electronic City IT Hub
Major IT hub housing numerous technology companies and software parks.
Activities: Business meetings, office work
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
Historic wooden palace showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture and Tipu Sultan's legacy.
Activities: Historical tour, photography, museum visit
Brigade Road
Popular shopping and entertainment hub with cafes, pubs, and retail stores.
Activities: Shopping, dining, nightlife
UB City Mall
Luxury shopping destination with premium brands and fine dining options.
Activities: Luxury shopping, fine dining, entertainment
Wonderla Amusement Park
Thrilling amusement park with exciting rides and water attractions.
Activities: Rides, water sports, entertainment shows
Innovative Film City
Entertainment complex with movie sets, adventure activities, and theme parks.
Activities: Movie sets tour, adventure sports, entertainment
Bannerghatta National Park
Wildlife sanctuary with safari, zoo, and butterfly park.
Activities: Safari, zoo visit, nature walk
Nandi Hills
Scenic hill station perfect for sunrise viewing and trekking.
Activities: Trekking, sunrise viewing, photography
High Court of Karnataka
Majestic red building housing the state's highest judicial authority.
Activities: Architecture viewing, photography
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath
Cultural center promoting visual arts with galleries and workshops.
Activities: Art exhibitions, cultural programs, workshops
Ranga Shankara Theatre
Premier theatre venue hosting plays, cultural performances, and festivals.
Activities: Theatre shows, cultural events, festivals
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Premier research institute with beautiful campus and scientific heritage.
Activities: Campus tour, scientific exhibitions
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Top business school with modern campus and academic excellence.
Activities: Campus tour, business seminars
Christ University
Prestigious university known for academic excellence and beautiful campus.
Activities: Campus viewing, cultural events
St. Mark's Cathedral
Historic Anglican cathedral with beautiful Gothic architecture.
Activities: Prayer, architecture viewing, peaceful reflection
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