Have you made the plans for this weekend? If not yet, it is time to pack your bags and start a weekend getaway journey in Bangalore. Mother nature has bestowed us with some divine and serene places. From shopping centers to cafes in Bangalore, this capital city of Karnataka has countless weekend getaway destinations for tourists.
If you are exhausted from the busy city life, check out our guide to the wonderful weekend destinations from Bangalore within 300 Kilometers. So, are you ready to discover some exciting Bangalore getaway places? Let’s get started.
• Ooty
Green hills, picturesque views, and giant tea estates are some of the reasons that give Ooty “The Queen of Hill Stations” title. This 252 kilometers drive from Bangalore is filled with lush greenery, panoramic views, and a pleasant atmosphere. The journey to Ooty itself is so amazing.
Try to include all the must-visit destinations in Ooty on your travel list so that you don’t miss out on the exceptional places. Capture the variety of flowers and trees in the Botanical Garden of Ooty in your camera. Doddabetta Peak, Kamraj Sagar Lake, and dense Ooty forests are some popular destinations to explore here.
• Mysore
Mysore is a wonderful combination of cultural and modern-day attractions. Mysore is located at a distance of 160 kilometers from Bangalore. Also known as the City of Palaces, Mysore welcomes its guests with scenic views and a wonderful atmosphere. The royal buildings, historical temples, and the lush green gardens justify the title “City of Palaces”.
On the way to Mysore, you’ll come across Channapatna. This area is an ideal spot for tourists who are on the search for some historical souvenirs. Channapatna has wooden toys that date back to the Tipu Sultan era. Some must-visit places in Mysore are Jagmohan Palace, Palatial monuments, Karanji Lake, Brindavan Gardens, and Mysore zoo.
• Savandurga Hills
Are you searching for the closest weekend getaway destination from Bangalore? Well, Savandurga Hills is your pick then! Located at a height of 1226 meters, Savandurga Hills is a perfect tourist destination for adventure enthusiasts. There are many things to do in Bangalore this weekend. One such adventurous activity is rock climbing.
The strong rock formations make this hill an ideal destination for rock climbers.
Other than that, Savandurga hills receive plenty of tourists for its spiritual beauty. The place is famous for the pilgrims who pay a visit to the Narasimha Swamy and Veerabhadreshwara temples here. You can get a direct taxi from Bangalore to Savandurga Hills.
• Bheemeshwari
A 95 Kilometers drive from Bangalore will lead you to this serene weekend getaway destination. The calm environment and green surroundings make Bheemeshwari a dream destination for nature and peace lovers. You can plan a trip to Bheemeshwari with your family, or take your friends to have some fun and adventure time here.
You can go trekking, fishing, swimming, river rafting, and Kayaking in Bheemeshwari. The place is surrounded by natural vegetation, a wide variety of flora and fauna, and lush greenery.
This post was published on December 9, 2019 6:13 pm