Visitor Information
- Famous For: Tudor-style architecture, magnificent palace interiors, Captivating sights
- Entrance Fee: For entering the Bangalore Palace, the following charges will be levied on you;Indians – Rs. 230, Foreigners – Rs. 460, Still Camera – Rs. 685, Mobile Camera – Rs. 285, Video Camera – Rs. 1485
- Visiting Time: The Palace is open throughout the year on all days of the week. The public can view the palace between 1000 – 1700 hours. Sunday is a holiday for the palace staff.
- Visiting Duration: The Palace is quite big and needs some time to be explored. On an average, the palace can be visited in about 2-3 hours. You will have more than enough time to cast a look at all the scintillating facets of the Palace.
Located in the heart of Bangalore, this sprawling spread the Bangalore Palace is a sight for sore eyes. Crafted in medieval architecture, more specifically Tudor architecture, it replicates the castles in England and Normandy. The palace is brimming with artifacts from the rule of Wadiyars, the Mysore royal family. The way the palace has been constructed, all of its turrets, pillars and towers are a beautiful sight to gaze at.
You will be left astounded when you set your eyes on this palace.
Traveler Tips
- Photography is limited here. Make sure you have the token that gives you the photography permission.
- Do not touch any artifacts. Some of them are centuries old, you might end up damaging them.
- Do not wander off yourselves. Only certain parts of the palace are open to the public.
- Always check on the authorities for the palace status before visiting it. Due to some renovation works it is possible that you might have to cancel your visit.
- Do not litter around the place. It is a punishable offence to do so.
- Carry hat and shades during summers. It can get pretty sunny in the afternoons.
Things to Do
- Explore the magnificent and regal rooms of the Palace.
- Take a walk in the royal Palace gardens.
- Click some stunning photographs against the backdrop of the Bangalore Palace.
- Marvel at the captivating paintings, murals and floral motifs on the walls and ceilings.
- Enjoy the audio tour of the Palace, which is a very enlightening experience.
Availability of Guides
Guides are readily available to take you around the Palace. You can book a guide from the local authorities or from an online tourism website. It is advised to book a professional guide who can explain himself efficiently, so that your tour goes smoothly.
Best Time to Visit
Bangalore weather is one of the finest in the entire country. It is quite pleasant throughout the year. You can visit the Palace anytime of the year. But the best months for the trip would be between April – December.
How to Reach
Located in Vasanthnagar, it is very easy to travel to the Palace from anywhere in the city. There is a very good bus service and numerous autos that can take you there.
Bangalore itself is a big city and well connected by airways and railways with rest of the country.
Interesting Facts and Trivia about Bangalore Palace
- The Bangalore Palace was built in 1887 by King Chamaraj Wadiyar of the Wadiyar dynasty. It is said that King Chamaraj built the palace after visiting London. He was really impressed by the castles in England.
- The Palace draws inspiration from Tudor style of architecture. Like a medieval era, castle, it is filled with fortified barricades, spiraling towers and ornate windows. There is beauty in the sculpted arches and beautiful gardens.
- The palace is mainly constructed out of wood. But various parts of the Palace have been made using granite and marble sheets. The palace square has granite benches which have been decorated with fluorescent blue tiles.
- The Palace has large green courtyards and gardens. The large courtyards are used for concerts, cultural programs and exhibitions. Famous individuals and bands have graced the courtyard like, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Flo Rida, Ludacris and Backstreet Boys.
- The entire Palace is filled with various artifacts that are priceless and really unique all over the world.
Nearby Attractions
- Tipu Sultan Fort
- National Gallery of Modern Art
- ISKCON Bangalore
- Vidhana Soudha
- Snow City
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
- Cubbon Park
- Mary’s Basillica
- Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
- Karnataka High Court
Nearby Places to Eat
- The Raj Pavillion
- Gallops
- Royal Afghan
- Shang Palace
- Garden Restaurant
- Pebble
- Yataii
- Dublin
- Caprese
- Blue Ginger
Bangalore Palace is one of the most beautiful and uniquely-constructed castles in India. One vsit and you will get the taste of the royal lives the Wadiyars used to live.
It is a great place to visit and definitely an exciting place to go to when you visit Bangalore.
