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Bangalore Basavanagudi Heritage Self Guided Walking Tour

Bull Temple (Nandi Temple)

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 4 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

This "Bombat" (meaning "fabulous" in Kannada) Basavanagudi Heritage walk introduces you to the old world charm of one of two planned neighbourhoods in Bangalore. Embark on this walking tour with us and uncover the hidden gems of Basavangudi, from its rich heritage to its irresistible culinary scene, all introduced by a local enthusiast eager to share the best of their neighborhood. Whether you're a history buff, a spiritual seeker, or a food lover, Basavangudi has something for everyone. Start off with breakfast (or a snack) and filter coffee at an iconic food-joint, then make your way through a vibrant market to explore a unique park before ending the tour with 2 historic temples. Practical Information: Starting Point: Vidyarthi Bhavan Distance: Approximately 2 km Duration: 2-3 hours (you decide how long you want to linger at each spot) Best Time to Take the Tour: 7 am or 3:30 pm from Monday to Thursday to avoid the crowds and weekends if you want to catch the area in full swing

Inclusions

What's included

  • Entrance to Bull Temple, Bugle rock , Dodda Ganapathi Temple
  • Access to tour on the Tourific app for 1 year from date of booking on both iPhone and Android phones
  • Commentary from local for all stops
  • In-app map for navigation
  • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded

What's not

  • Food and beverages
  • Transport
  • Any physical devices or headphones
  • Human tour guide at location
  • Any snacks consumed at Vidyarthi Bhavan is not included in the tour cost

Itinerary

  1. Savour Vidyarthi Bhavan's famous dosas or try a hidden gem alternative

    30 min

  2. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a bustling local market

    15 min

  3. The weekly newspaper was started by P. Lankesh in 1980 which influenced the socio-political landscape of Karnataka

    Passes by

  4. Uncover flying foxes, prehistoric rocks and more secrets in the Bugle rock park

    15 min

  5. Learn about the legends surrounding the Bull temple and the story of the groundnut festival in Bangalore

    10 min

  6. Visit another famous temple in Bangalore and learn about its history

    5 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
• Download the "Tourific self guided tours" app. • You'll receive an email with links, access codes and instructions: Advance bookings: 1 day before; Previous day bookings: Morning of the tour; Same day bookings: Within 1 hour; • Enter the code in the app's tour code section to download the tour
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 20 travellers
Operated by
Tourific
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The start and the last stops on the tour can be accessed using Uber or Ola cab service. Depending on your location in the city you will pay INR 100 - 300 to reach the starting location.

How it compares in Bangalore

  • Its from-price is 94% below the median of the 387 experiences we list in Bangalore.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Bangalore

Bangalore, or Bengaluru, is the garden city of southern India, a technology hub of parks, palaces, pubs and filter coffee on a cool plateau.

Bengaluru, long known in English as Bangalore, is the capital of Karnataka and sits on a plateau about 900 metres up, which gives it a mild climate. The city's nickname, the Garden City, comes from public parks like Cubbon Park and the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, where a glasshouse modelled on London's Crystal Palace holds flower shows. The Vidhana Soudha, the state legislature, is one of its grandest buildings.

Top-ranked sights in Bangalore: Vidhana Soudha, KR Market (Krishnarajendra City Market), Lalbagh Botanical Gardens.

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