Lal bagh is a botanical garden, which is spread over 240 acres of land. This beautiful garden was laid by Hyder Ali in 1760 and later developed by Tipu Sultan. This garden was originally known as Lal bagh because the garden had a profusion of red roses. This garden houses over 1,800 species of rare herbs, plants and centuries-old trees. The garden is known for its exotic trees, lakes, lotus ponds, lawns and rare plants brought from abroad. A green house is also placed in the middle of the garden which has a collection of various kinds of flora. The Glass House is built on the lines of the Crystal Palace in London and is the main attraction of this huge park and also the venue of the colourful Flower Show.

Tipu Sultan's Palace
The Tipu Sultan's palace is built out of the teakwood. This palace was built between 1781-1791. The major attraction of the palace are the floral designs on the walls and ceilings. After Tipu’s death the palace was used as a Secretariat by the British until 1867.

Tipu’s Fort
was originally constructed by Kempe Gowda out of the mud and brick. Later, Hyder Ali, rebuilt this fort out of stone. Though most of the fort was destroyed during the war and now only ruins remains. Now the crumbling walls of the fort form a backdrop in the city market of Bangalore. 

Tipu’s Summer Palace
Tipu's summer Palace, one of the Tipu’s summer retreat was laid by Hyder Ali and later on completed by Tipu Sultan. It is an elegant two storey wooden structure with ornate pillars, balconies, arches and a well maintained garden. Tipu Sultan’s summer palace now houses the collection of the old things of his times.

Bannerghatta National Park  
Bannerghatta National park is located about 22 kms. from Bangalore. This national park is spread over an area of 104 square kms and set in picturesque surroundings. This national park is a lion and tiger reserve and also houses a crocodile and snake farm.

Cubbon Park & Museums
It was designed by Lt. Gen. Mark Cubbon, in 1864. the park covers an area of over 300 acres in the heart of the city and is the green zone of Bangalore. The park is also studded with some splendid sculptures and red Gothic Buildings, which house the Public Library, the High Court, the Government Museum and the Technological & Industrial Museum. The Children’s Park inside the garden is exclusively for kids, adults are allowed entry only if accompanied by children. The Jawaharlal Bal Bhavan here has a children’s centre, which screens children films and also conducts courses in pottery, aero-modelling etc.

The Government Museum & Venkatapp Art Gallery
The Government Museum established in 1886, is on of the oldest of India. It exhibits a unique collection of sculptures, inscriptions, paintings, coins, geology and relics from Mohanjodaro, Halebidu and Vijayanagar. The art Gallery has paintings and sculptures done by K. Venkatappa, a renowned artist from the royal court of Mysore.

Attara Kacheri (High Court)
The magnificent two storeyed building of Attara Kacheri, literally the ‘Eighteen Courts’, houses the High Court of Karnataka and several lower courts. It lies just in front of the Vidhan Soudha and was built in 1867, to house the Secretariat.

Iskcon Temple
The beautiful Hare Krishna shrine on the hillock attracts a large number of devotees. The fusion of modern technology and spiritual harmony makes it a worth visiting site. Panoramic view of the surroundings can be enjoyed from here.

Maharajah’s Bangalore Palace
The magnificent palace built in 1887, by the Wodeyar’s of Mysore resembles the famous Windsor Castle in England. The Beautiful granite palace is noted for its exquisite wood carvings.

Karnataka Folk Art Museum
It displays a wide range of folk arts, costumes, toys and extensive recorded music collection.

Visweswaraiah Industrial & Technology Museum
This interesting museum is dedicated to Sir M. Visweswaraiah, the architect of modern Karnataka. It exhibits applications of science and technology to the industry and human welfare.

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium:
The modern planetarium built in 1989, provides an insight into the world of astronomy, through interesting shows at sky theatre. An attractive Musical Fountain with dancing waters is set opposite the planetarium.

Ramohalli  
Ramohalli is the popular picnic spot located about 28 kms. via Mysore road and Kangeri. The main attraction of this park is the 400 years old huge banyan tree. The branches of the huge banyan tree spreads over an area of almost 3 acres.

Dodda Ganapathi Temple
It is one of the oldest temples of Bangalore. There is a huge monolithic statue of Lord Ganapathi, which attracts a large number of devotees.

Sri Gavi Gangadhareswara Temple (Nagarathpet)
The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was built by Kempe Gowda. A large number of devotees gather here on ‘Makar Sankranti’ (14^th Jan.), to witness a unique phenomenon, when the rays of sun passes through an arch between the horns of the sculpture of Nandi bull outside the temple and illuminates the idol of Lord Gavi Gangadareshwara inside the main shrine.

Dharamraja Temple (Nagarathpet)
It enshrines fine images of Lord Krishna and Sri Dharamaraja Swami, the hero of epic Mahabharata. The sacred shrine is also associated with the famous Karaga festival celebrated in March / April. Karaga, an earthen pot covered with flowers is a symbol of draupadi. It is carried on the head by a priest dressed like a woman and is followed by sword brandishing devotees known as Veerakumars on a moonlit night. It is interesting to note that the Hindu procession also visits the dargah of Sufi saint Thavakkal Mastan.

Basavangudi or The Bull Temple
It was built by Kempegowda and is the oldest temple of Bangalore. The temple situated on the Bugle Hill is built in Dravidian style, measures 4.57 metres in height and 6.10 metres in length.

St. Mary’s Basilica
It was originally built in 1818, by Abbe Dubois, a French missionary. In 1882, this small chapel was transformed into a huge Gothic style church with beautiful glass stained windows by Rev. Kleiner. The church was given the statues of a basilica in 1973, through a papal order by Pope John Paul IV.