Welcome to the City of Palaces
Mysore blends royal heritage, wide tree-lined roads, yoga centers, and a relaxed pace of life. The city feels graceful. Old markets sell flowers and incense, palace domes rise above the skyline, and evenings are calm and breezy. It’s a place where history is still part of daily life. Mysore is perfect for families, culture lovers, heritage enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys clean, well-planned cities with character.
Must-Visit Attractions in Mysore
Mysore Palace
This is the highlight of the city. The grand palace glows beautifully, especially when illuminated at night or during festivals. Inside, you’ll see ornate halls, stained glass ceilings, murals, and royal artifacts that tell stories of the Wodeyar dynasty.
Chamundi Hill & Chamundeshwari Temple
A scenic drive or climb of 1,000 steps takes you to Chamundi Hill. The temple at the top is an important pilgrimage site and the viewpoint offers a wide panorama of the entire city.
Brindavan Gardens
Located near the KRS Dam, these gardens are famous for their musical fountain shows in the evening. The terraced lawns, flower beds, and water channels make it a popular family outing spot.
St. Philomena’s Church
With its tall twin spires and Neo-Gothic architecture, this church stands out in the cityscape. The interiors are peaceful and beautifully designed.
Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)
One of the oldest and best-maintained zoos in India, it houses a wide variety of animals and birds and is very popular with children and families.
Unique Experiences in Mysore
Explore Devaraja Market
This colorful market is full of flowers, fruits, incense sticks, spices, and traditional items. Walking through it gives you a real taste of local life.
Witness Dasara celebrations (seasonal)
If you visit during the Mysore Dasara festival, you’ll see the city decked up with lights, processions, cultural events, and a fully illuminated palace.
Yoga and wellness retreats
Mysore is globally known for yoga, especially Ashtanga yoga. Many visitors come here for courses, workshops, and wellness stays.
Taste authentic Mysore cuisine
Don’t miss Mysore Pak, masala dosa, set dosa, bonda, idli, vada, and traditional meals served on banana leaves in local restaurants.
What Makes Mysore Special
Mysore stands out because of its royal charm and peaceful atmosphere. It doesn’t feel rushed like big metros, yet it has rich culture, good roads, and plenty to see. Grand palaces, friendly people, clean avenues, festivals, and food all come together to make it memorable. It’s the kind of city where you can explore during the day and relax comfortably in the evening.
Ideal Duration for Your Trip
Plan 2 to 3 days in Mysore to cover the palace, Chamundi Hill, gardens, zoo, markets, and nearby temples. Add extra days if you want yoga courses, day trips to Srirangapatna, or heritage stays.
Included
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Airport / Railway Station To Hotel Transfer on Private basis
- Hotel to Airport / Railway Station Transfer on Private basis
- Vehicle : Innova / Xylo / Scorpio
- Daily Breakfast
Excluded
- All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
- Surcharges as applicable due to peak season, surcharge dates, trade fair dates.
- Camera fees, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and starters.
- Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary.
- Mandatory Christmas/New Year Eve dinner cost will be applicable as advised by the hotels.
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions list.
- Services of Tour Manager are not included in this package.
- Tips and porter-age.
- Tourism tax is excluded wherever applicable.
- Tips are excluded wherever applicable.
- International or Domestic airfare / Train Fare.
