Best time to visit
October to February: pleasant weather; the Dasara festival (Sep–Oct) lights up the palace.
Ideal duration
1–2 days
How to reach
The nearest major airport is Bengaluru (150 km); Mysuru has its own railway junction. By road it is about 160 km from Bengaluru and 125 km from Ooty.
Mysuru: Royal palace city of Karnataka. Book a comfortable cab or a curated tour package with experienced local drivers.
Places to see
Top attractions
- 1
Mysore Palace
the grand Indo-Saracenic palace, lit up on Sundays and festivals
- 2
Chamundi Hill
hilltop temple with a view over the city
- 3
Brindavan Gardens
terraced gardens with a musical fountain show
- 4
St. Philomena's Cathedral
one of Asia's tallest Gothic churches
Travel tips
- Visit the palace on Sunday evening for the illumination
- Brindavan fountains run after sunset; arrive by 5:30 pm
- Sandalwood, silk and Mysore Pak make good souvenirs