Private Tour: 4-Hour Bengaluru Heritage Walk

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About this activity

You’ll want to bring your walking shoes for this private four-hour morning or afternoon heritage walk exploring the highlights of Bengaluru, from its past as a key city during India's British rule, and present as the capital of India’s high-tech industry. See St. Mark’s Cathedral, statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Queen Victoria, Cubbon Park, and Attara Kacheri, concluding your walk at the commercial center of Mahatma Gandhi Road ready to venture out on your own for a delicious lunch or dinner at a local spot recommended by your guide.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: City Tours India

Ages: Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Private local guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

St. Mark's Cathedral

one hour

Despite being the modern, cosmopolitan capital of India, a vibrant heritage still rests inside Bangalore. This tour will reveal the ancient glory of the city and help you understand it like a true local dose. Discover the unique stories of the past and see how they continue to inspire the city today.

Start tour after meeting you private local guide. Get ready to burn off some calories as you continue your walk towards St. Mark’s Cathedral, consecrated by the Bishop of Calcutta in the 1800s and rebuilt in the early 90s. The architecture hints at India’s colonial roots, with a huge dome atop a semicircular chancel.
Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum

one hour

Continuing on in your heritage walking tour, pass the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Queen Victoria to reach the Government Museum. With two floors and 18 galleries, you’ll get your history fix exploring an amazing collection of ancient coins, art, and 5,000-year-old relics from the Indus Valley civilisation.
Cubbon Park

one hour

Proceed to the famed park that gave Bangalore the nickname of the “Garden City.” The park has been renamed a number of times, but it remains Cubbon Park to the locals. Moving on, pass the gigantic High Court of Bangalore, The High Court functions out of a red brick building known as Attara Kacheri.
Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri

30 min

Walk to appreciate the architecture of various secretariat buildings, and finally the Vidhana Soudha. This Neo-Dravidian-style building is the seat of state legislature and a delight to the eyes
M Chinnaswamy Stadium

Passing by

Proceed towards M. Chinnaswamy cricket Stadium to come back to MG road. This is one of the busiest roads in the city and is lined on one side with retail stores, food outlets and restaurants. Having soaked in the history and heritage of the Garden City, you’ll feel like a certified Bangalorean ready to feast on some great restaurant recommendations by your local guide. Return back to hotel with wonderful memories.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Departure Point: Café Coffee Day

Address: Café Coffee Day

Address: Barton Centre, M G Road, Bangalore-560001, Karnataka.

Phone - +91 9343863688

Dates: Daily

Return point: Returns to original departure point

End point

Departure Point: Café Coffee Day

Address: Café Coffee Day

Address: Barton Centre, M G Road, Bangalore-560001, Karnataka.

Phone - +91 9343863688

Dates: Daily

Return point: Returns to original departure point