Places to Visit in Mysore
Mysore Palace

Also known as Amba Vilas Palace, it is one of the seven palaces in the City of Palaces. Often mistaken for a Gothic structure, the Palace is, in fact, an exemplary showcase of Indo-Saracenic architecture with a blend of Gothic, Rajput, Hindu and Muslim styles and it is one of the famous places to visit in Mysore.
There are four awe-inspiring arched gates to enter the massive garden area that engulfs the Palace. Some of the important places to visit here are the Ambavilasa, the Durbar Hall, and the Royal Howdah. The Palace is a spectacle come every evening when it is lit with approximately 97,000 lights.
Location: Sayyaji Rao Road, Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570001, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
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Brindavan Gardens

The most popular and exciting experience at this garden is the musical fountain that is scheduled in the eveningsBeing one of its kind, Brindavan Garden attracts tourists from across the world.
Distance from Mysore: 19.9 Kms
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Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens

Treat the animal lover in you, visit Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens at Mysore. Popularly known as Mysore zoo, this place makes it to the best of places to visit in Mysore. A number of school and college students visit this place periodically making it a popular educational trip location.
While you are busy taking trips of various palaces, museums and temples in this city, Mysore zoo is an offbeat and enthralling destination that can engage you for an entire day.
Location: Zoo, Main Rd, Indira Nagar, Mysuru, Karnataka 570010
Timings: 8:30am–5:30pm
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Sri Chamundeshwari Temple

Located on the top of the peak this is not only a sacred place but also caters to the 360-degree view of the city and one of the famous places to visit in Mysore. Homing the deity of Goddess Durga, devotees from all over the map come here to seek her blessings.
The structure of the temple is adorned with intriguing pillars and the walls are carved with the sayings. Build back at the time of Maharaja’s this place is of utmost importance and is one of the most revered places to visit near Mysore. Temple opens from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm.
Location: Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, Chamundi Hill, Mysuru - 570010 Karnataka, India
Timing: 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
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Shuka Vana

Shuka Vana also serves as a shelter for birds who are injured or uncared for. Interestingly, the park and Swamiji believe that parrots represent our planet according to our birth date. This place is the only one of its kind where you can experience a distinctive opportunity to being in the presence of so many astonishing bird species.
Location: Avadhoota Datta Peetham, SGS Ashrama, Ooty Road, Datta Nagar, Mysuru, Karnataka 570025, India
Timings: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM; 3:30 AM to 5:30 PM
closed on Wednesday
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Kishkindha Moolika Bonsai Garden

Established by HH Dr. Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, the garden is spread across 4 acres of unbelievable natural beauty and approximately 100 species of bonsai trees.
Location: Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Ashrama, Mysore - Ooty Rd, Gundurao Nagar, Datta Nagar, Mysuru, Karnataka 570025, India
Timings: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM; 3:30 AM to 5:30 PM, closed on Wednesday
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Karanji Lake

Holding the meaning of a ‘fountain’- Karanji Lake is another place of extreme tourist attraction in this city of palaces. It is situated at the foot of Chamundi hills and was constructed by one of the kings of Mysore.
It is the largest lake in the state of Karnataka with the total area of about 90 acres.It qualifies as one of the best tourist places in Mysore because of its scenic beauty. It is also a home for different birds that make your visit to this lake all the more blissful and exciting.
Location: Chamundipuram, Mysore, India
Timings: 08.30 am to 05.30 pm
Closed on Tuesdays
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GRS Fantasy Park

It is a one stop destination that will occupy your entire day and make it a fun filled experience. This awesome fantasy park is a bridge between the modern and historical Mysore that we all know off.
Location: KRS Rd, Metagalli, Mysuru, Karnataka 570016
Timings: 10:30am–6pm

St. Philomena's Cathedral

Initially built as a small church was then reconstructed by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar. It is one among the largest Cathedrals in the whole of South Asia.
Location: Lourdes Nagar, Ashoka Road, Lashkar Mohalla, Mysuru, Karnataka 570001
Timings: 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium

The gallery boasts of one of the largest artefacts collections in southern India which makes it one of the significant tourist places in Mysore. There are over 2,000 paintings in the gallery denoting different styles of painting, including Shantiniketan and some Mysore style paintings.
Location: Deshika Rd, opp. City Bus Stand, Devaraja Mohalla, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570024, India
Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Monday Closed
Talakad
Talakad, popularly known for the origin of Cauvery River is also a home for great architectural and historical temples. It is suree to enthral you with its scenic and historic beauty.
Distance from Mysore: 48.8 Kms
Timings: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Folk-Lore Museum Mysore

Boasting over 6500 unique memorabilia dedicated to dance, music, literature, art and much more, the museum also presents an intriguing collection of puppets, props, masks, and other folk objects which have been a common aspect of folk drama.
Location: Manasa Gangothiri, Mysuru, Karnataka 570006, India
Timings: 10:15 AM to 1:15 PM; 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM, closed on Sunday
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Chamundi Hills

If you are on a spiritual journey, spend some time at the temple on the summit. Mahabaleshwara Temple, the oldest one in the city, was established roughly around the 9th century to commemorate the mythological goddess, Mahishasurmardini, who killed the demon Mahishasur to save the world.
Location: 13 kilometres east of Mysore
Timings: 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM; 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM; 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
The temple is open from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM every day.
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Chamarajendra Academy of Visual Arts

A stoppage in Thrillophilia’s Mysore Artisan Walk, the academy offers an exclusive opportunity for art lovers to meet several artisans and experience seeing them engaged in the age-old handicrafts production process. Enjoy the chance of speaking to the artisans as they educate you about the various aspects of creating visual arts and art forms.
Location: Indian Text Book Press campus, Siddarthanagara, Mysuru, Karnataka 570011, India
Timings: 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM, closed on Sunday
Lalitha Mahal
Pure white in colour, the Palace was transformed into a heritage hotel in 1974 and is now maintained by the Government of Karnataka. Enclosed by sprawling gardens, the Palace balcony offers a spectacular view of Chamundi Hills to the left and Mysore City to the front.
Location: Lalitha Mahal Palace Road, Lalithmahal Nagar, Siddhartha Layout, Mysuru, Karnataka 570028, India
Timings: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
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Railway Museum

It is more like an educational and informative tour through the making and functioning of locomotives in India. This museum also exhibits ancient locomotives and carriages that are still in working form and are being used by the Indian Railways even today.
Location: KRS Rd, Opp. CFTRI, Medar Block, Yadavagiri, Mysuru, Karnataka 570005
Timings: 10am–5pm
Devaraja Market

There are four entrances to the market complex, and shops are arranged in three aisles along the entire length of this place. Even if you do not want to buy anything, this place offers a chance to understand the lives of the locals. You can also take pictures here, as there are many photogenic spots.
Location: Devaraja Mohalla, Mandi Mohalla, Mysuru, Karnataka
Timing: 6.30 AM to 9.30 PM
Shree Shvetha Varaha Swamy Temple

There are also several brilliant mural paintings on the walls of the Navaranga, most of which depict the life of Lord Krishna as well as the two famous Hindu mythologies, Ramayana and the Bhagavata. There are several inscriptions on the pedestals, including the one that commemorates its donor, Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar.
Location: Near South Gate, Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Regional Museum of Natural History Mysore

The museum has three galleries, namely the Biological Diversity, Life through the Ages, and the Discovery Center. These galleries cover a lot of varied topics, including but not limited to the evolution of life, mangrove forests, tropical rainforests, as well as a mini weather station. There is also a small botanical garden within the museum that houses several local trees and medicinal plants.
Location: T.N.Pura Road, Opposite Nandini Milk Dairy, Siddhartha Nagar, Mysuru, Karnataka 570011, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
closed on Tuesday
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Melody World Wax Museum

Reportedly, the collection is the largest of its kind in Karnataka. Walking through the 19 galleries in the museum, you will come face to face with approximately one hundred life-like wax effigies of prominent musicians, each honouring a special genre of music.
Location: 1, Vihara Marga, Kurubara Halli, Siddhartha Layout, Mysuru, Karnataka 570011, India
Timings: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Kukkarahalli Lake

With the magnificent Chamundi Hills as a backdrop, the hills have been an inspiration to many authors and poets in the past including R.K. Narayan, T.S. Venkannaiah, and G.S. Shivarudrappa. The lake is home to approximately 180 bird species and several migratory birds.
Location: Kukkarahalli lake, Saraswathipuram, Mysore, Karnataka, 570011, India
Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Government Silk Factory
It is among the famous tourist places in Mysore, where you can also shop for several silk products that will make you want to come back and shop for some more.
Location: Bettadpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 57000
Timings: 10am–6:30pm
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Freedom Fighter's Park

The park recently got a facelift as the City Corporation decided to improve the park’s appearance and landscape. A notable attraction in the park is the bust of Mahatma Gandhi which was established to commemorate the country’s independence.
Location: Chamaraja Double Road, Subbarayanakere, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India
Timings: 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Sanjeevini Park

For travellers with kids, the park has a lot of swings and joy rides to keep them entertained. The gorgeous landscape and plushness provide for the brilliant walking and jogging activities in the morning as well as evening.
Location: 40, Near, Kamakshi Hospital Rd, Kuvempunagar North, Kuvempu Nagara, Mysuru, Karnataka 570023, India
Timings: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Sunday, 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM from Monday to Saturday
Lingambudhi Lake

The presence of several bird species is the main attraction here, mostly because the surroundings provide refuge to many exclusive types of birds, even those from Eastern Europe and Central Asia. You can expect to spot Verditer Flycatcher, Pied Avocet, Brown-headed Gull and Common Teal.
Location: Srirampura, 8 Km from Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, 570008, India
Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Dr. Ambedkar's Park

Nature lovers and fitness enthusiasts would the place perfect for morning and evening walks. It is also a great place to bring your children for a day out amidst nature.
Location: 7th Cross Road, Krishnamurthy Puram, Mysuru, Karnataka 570008, India
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Javaregowda Park

Recently, a gymnasium facility has been added to the park and is open for public use. The facility has over 10 equipment and includes shoulder press, leg press, cross trainer, and pull-ups bar.
Location: 179, 11th Main Road, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru, Karnataka 570009, India
Timings: 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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Nagarahole National Park
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Walk a step closer to the wild as you ride through the jungle safari and experience the elephant trek in this heart throbbing wildlife destination- Nagarahole National Park.
Distance from Mysore: 89.2 Kms

Bandipur National Park

Together with Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala and Nagarhole National Park in the North, it creates the India's biggest biosphere reserve popularly known as the 'Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve'. Resting in the nature and feeling its untouched beauty while you are at this splendid location will feel nothing less than a heavenly experience.
Distance from Mysore: 77 Kms
Timings: 6am–6pm
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Srirangapatna

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Ranganatha Swamy temple is a primary attraction in the town. Home to several stunning waterfalls, the entire town is filled with a serene, spiritual vibe.
Location: Srirangapatna, Mandya, Mysore, Karnataka 571401, India
Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

Rangantittu is a popular hub amongst all the bird lovers as it is one of the biggest bird sanctuaries in South India.
Distance from Mysore: 18.1 Kms
Timings: 9am–6pm
Shivanasamudra Falls

It is also one of the most popular water falls not just in the south but the whole of India. It is known for being Asia’s first hydroelectric power station.
Distance from Mysore: 73.3 Kms
Timings: Open 24 Hrs
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Melukote
Folk dances, ethnic cuisines and several cultural activities make it an exciting tourist destination to be explored. This place is also a well-known location to film makers for shooting as the surrounding contains lot of scenic areas.
Distance from Mysore: 54.2 Kms
KRS Dam

The Dam also holds the honour of being the first irrigation dam in India. The back waters of Krishna Raja Sagara dam is also accounted to be one of the most beautiful tourist spots around Mysore.
Distance from Mysore: 19.9 Kms
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Government Sandalwood Oil Factory

Take a walk inside this factory, look at the procedure and techniques of preparation of sandalwood products and make a day outing a learning experience at this rare Mysore tourist places.
Location: Kuvempu Nagar 2nd Stage, Ashokapuram, Mysuru, Karnataka 570008
Timings: 9:30am – 1pm, 2pm – 5:30pm
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