What to Do in Bangalore

12 Things To Do In Bangalore

 

There are various things to do in Bangalore. If you plan your visit to Bangalore, the city is sure to entertain you irrespective of the number of days that you intend to stay there. The different things to do in Bangalore are listed here.

 

1. Bangalore Shopping

 

As many industries are located here and many home products, industrial products, cosmetic items and outfits are available very cheap in Bangalore.

 

Brigade Road: Brigade road is one of the busiest shopping areas where many international brands are available to purchase.

 

Shivaji Nagar: It is located near M.G. Road and is one of the important commercial hubs of Bangalore. Russel Market and Commercial Street are famous here. The ladies clothing are available very cheap in the bazaar inside Shivaji Nagar.

 

Chickpet: Chickpet could be reached from city railway station with a 15 minutes drive. This area is famous for silk sarees, silver and gold jewelry items and textiles.

 

Jayanagar: Jayanagar is a residential area with many shopping complexes.

 

Other than these areas, there are many shopping malls like

 

The Forum – located at Hosur Road

Garuda Mall – located in the corner of the McGrath and Commissariat Roads

Leela Galleria – located near Old Airport Road

Lifestyle – situated on the Victoria Road

The Collections – situated at Vittal Mallya Road

Lido Mall – situated on Swami Vivekananda Road

 

2. Fun Things To Do in Bangalore

 

The Living Room is a gaming lounge situated at Residency Cross Road. This is the place where you find many play stations and gaming consoles. This has eight living rooms each having a cozy set of sofa, high resolution flat screen and wireless controllers to accommodate six people at a time. This set up enables group play through local area network.

 

Another gaming zone located at Whitefield Main Road is GameZen Lounge. It has latest consoles and all of them are connected to high definition Sony LCDs. The cushy couches, beanbags and coffee tables will make you sit and relax.

 

3. People from various parts of the world come to Bangalore to watch the cricket matches at the Chinnaswamy stadium. If you are staying at Bangalore take time to watch a match when India is playing. This will be great remembrance throughout your lifetime.

 

4. The taste of masala dosa and strong filter coffee and mouthwatering Biriyani, tandoori and kebab dishes at Mughal Durbar, Taj Darbar, Vijay Sagar and Blue Lagoon will linger in your taste buds for a long time.

 

5. Take part in the festivals and events conducted in Bangalore where you can enjoy snake charming, costumed parades and other performances.

 

6. Take a visit to the folk museum and learn about the folk arts and culture of Bangalore.

 

7. To relax from the daily chores, there are health spas where you can get ayurvedic massages. The oil massages and Thai massages will make you feel fresh.

 

8. Visit www.bangalorewalks.com and join the passionate presenters who conduct three hour walk every weekend. You can get glimpses of the culture and tradition of the land.

 

9. If you are a nature lover, trekking and camping activities at Skandagiri and Nandi Hills is sure to enchant you.

 

10. Travel in Bangalore Metro, a luxurious travel that will fit into your budget, the safest and easiest way to enjoy your day. Alternatively you can enjoy traveling in BMTC Volvo and you will enjoy it more than riding in an auto rickshaw or cab.

 

11. Take a weekend retreat to the Shivasamudram falls, the site of the first hydro-electric power station in Asia. The best time to visit the Gaganchukki and Barachukki waterfalls is after the monsoon season.

 

12. There are many temples and churches for religious people. The bull temple, ISKCON temple, Jumma Masjid, St. Mark’s Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica are some of them.

Last Updated: 15/06/2012