Bangalore, known for its vibrant IT industry and pleasant climate, is also ideally situated for weekend getaways. Here are 30 great places to visit around Bangalore for a weekend trip:
- Nandi Hills – Famous for its breathtaking sunrise views and historical significance.
- Mysore – Known for the Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, and rich cultural heritage.
- Coorg – A hill station famous for its coffee plantations, scenic beauty, and trekking.
- Chikmagalur – Known for its coffee estates and trekking spots like Mullayanagiri.
- Hampi – A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning ruins and landscapes.
- Bandipur National Park – A popular wildlife sanctuary offering safari experiences.
- Ooty – A well-known hill station with beautiful botanical gardens and tea estates.
- Wayanad – Known for its lush greenery, wildlife, and adventure activities.
- Shivanasamudra Falls – A picturesque waterfall near Bangalore.
- Kabini – Famous for its wildlife and serene backwaters.
- Yercaud – A hill station with plantations, lakes, and viewpoints.
- Dandeli – Known for adventure sports like rafting and kayaking.
- Sakleshpur – A hill station with coffee plantations and trekking trails.
- Hogenakkal Falls – Often referred to as the “Niagara of India”.
- Bheemeshwari – A nature and adventure camp near the Cauvery River.
- Gokarna – A coastal town known for its beaches and temples.
- Skandagiri – A hilltop offering trekking and mesmerizing sunrise views.
- Kudremukh – Known for its biodiversity and scenic treks.
- Sravanabelagola – Famous for its ancient Jain temple and statue of Gommateshvara.
- Lepakshi – Known for its Vijayanagara architectural style temples.
- Belur and Halebidu – Renowned for their Hoysala architecture and intricate carvings.
- Pondicherry – A former French colony with beautiful beaches and colonial architecture.
- Kodaikanal – A hill station known for its lakes, parks, and pleasant weather.
- BR Hills – A hill range with a wildlife sanctuary and tribal culture.
- Tirupati – A famous pilgrimage center with the temple of Lord Venkateswara.
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary – A haven for bird watchers and nature lovers.
- Kolli Hills – Known for its serene landscapes and Agaya Gangai waterfall.
- Ananthagiri Hills – Offers trekking and has ancient caves and temples.
- Yelagiri – A hill station with a peaceful atmosphere and adventure activities.
- Murudeshwar – Famous for its massive Shiva statue and beautiful beaches.
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