From charming hill stations to the most beautiful and clean beaches and famous pilgrimages to jungles and forests, Karnataka offers everything. Many tourist destinations in Karnataka have world heritage sites and tourists from all over the world travel to these destinations. If you are traveling to India and want to visit India, you cannot skip Karnataka and here are top 15 tourist places in Karnataka to blow your mind.

It is often called "The Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore is the capital of Karnataka. The name of the city Bangalore" comes from the Kannada word "Benda Kulluru" which translates to land of boiled beans. This city was founded. By Kempa Gowda about 400 years ago. It is currently one of the fastest growing cities in the world and one of the top places to go in Karnataka.

Day 1: Start your day at 10:00 am after breakfast. You can visit places like Banaskari Temple, Bull Temple, Dodda Ganapati Temple, Tipu Sultan Palace etc.

Day 2: Explore Bangalore Palace, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Ulsoor Lake and Lalbagh Botanical Gardens.

Visvesvaraya and Technological Museum. and a technical museum

Lalbagh Botanical Gardens

ISKCON Temple

Bangalore Palace

Tipu Sultan's Palace

From October to May

From March to May

Bangalore

Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is connected to various cities of Karnataka and India by rail, air and road. You can choose any mode of transport to go to Bangalore based on your location and your budget.

Kannada, English, Hindi and Telugu

3 to 5 days

It is about 80 km from Mysore in Karnataka state. It is located 215 km from the capital city of Bangalore, Bandipur National Park is one of the best maintained national parks in India and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Karnataka. It is one of the 15 sanctuaries under the Protect Tiger Scheme and is home to more than 80 tigers as well as 3000 Asian elephants. The park is also home to sloth bears and leopards as well as other wildlife like gars and many other species of birds.

Enjoy a mini-bus tour that transports you around Bandipur National Park.

Enjoy a nature walk through Bandipur National Park.

Jeep Safari

Elephant rides

Gopala Swami Betta

Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

Ooty

From September to March

From October to December, April and May

Mysore (80 km), Bangalore (215 km)

Bangalore Airport is the nearest airport which is 255 km from Bangalore Airport.

Trains are available and the nearest railway station is Mysore Junction which is 80 km away by rail

A large number of public transport buses ply between and between Bandipur connecting the major cities of Karnataka.

Kannada, Tamil, English and Hindi

half day

Chikkamagaluru is a popular hill station in Karnataka and tops the list of Karnataka tourist destinations. It is considered as one of the most popular hill stations in the Mullayanagiri range at an altitude of 3400 feet Chikkamagaluru is close to Bangalore. The city is famous for its coffee. Chikkamagaluru is often called the coffee land of Karnataka. It is also where coffee was first cultivated in India by Baba Budan, a Muslim saint who brought coffee beans from Yemen in 1670.

Highlights from the tour:

Day 1: Depart Bangalore at 6.30 am and stop at the following places before proceeding to Chikkamagalur

Yagachi dam

Hirekolale Lake

Kodanda Ram temple

Day 2: After breakfast leave for Chikkamagaluru and explore these places:

Mullayanagiri

Kaval Gandhi Viewpoint

Baba Budangiri

Manikyadhara Falls

Mullayanagiri

Baba Budangiri

Belur

Kaval Gandi Viewpoint

Hirekolale Lake

Tari Falls

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

From September to May

From March to May

Mangalore (148 km), Mysore (178 km)

The nearest airport is Mangalore which is 158 km away

Nearest railway stations are Kuduru Junction (40 km) and Birur Junction (47 km).

Regular buses ply regularly and connect major cities of Karnataka to Chikkamagalur

Kannada and English

1 day

9. Jog Falls:

Located 400 km from Bangalore and in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, Jog Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in India. It is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in India and one of the most attractive tourist spots in Karnataka. If you are planning a Karnataka tour, this is one place you should not skip. The water from this waterfall comes from four different waterfalls: Raja, Rani, Rover and Rocket all of which make up the massive jog falls.

Highlights from the tour:

Jog Falls tour takes only 3-4 hours, however, there is plenty of time to visit and other attractions worth visiting en route while traveling from Jog Falls. Jog Falls is a must see. Jog Falls can and should be part of a Karnataka tour.

Places to visit:

Nakhalli Falls

Bennehole Falls

Yana

Murudeshwar

Kosalli Falls

Best time to visit:

From August to January

Peak Season:

From September to November

Nearest City:

Hubli (161 km)

Way to get there:

with the wind Hubli Airport is near the city (171 km).

The nearest railway station is Shimoga which is just 105 km away

Buses run frequently to and from Jog Falls.

Spoken Language:

Kannada, English and Hindi

Ideal Tour Duration:

half day

10. Nagerhole National Park:

It is located at a distance of 88 km from Mysore in the state of Tamil Nadu. Located 218 km from Bangalore, Nagarhole is the most famous wildlife sanctuary in South India. Also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Nagarhole is a must include in Coorg travel packages. Nagarhole National Park is located in the northwestern region of Bandipur National Park and is separated from Kabini Reservoir. Kabini Reservoir. Nagarhole National Park is home to more than 250 species of animals and birds. Nagarhole National Park is an oasis of peace for anyone who loves wildlife.

Highlights from the tour:

Explore Nagarhole National Park. Nagarhole National Park on your three day Bangalore Coorg tour. The entire trip lasts for 4 to 5 hours. Therefore, you need to plan your day.

Places to visit:

Irupu Falls

Coorg

Mysore

Wayanad

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Best time to visit:

From November to May

Peak Season:

May and April

Nearest City:

Mysore

Way to get there:

By air, Kozhikode International Airport (146 km) is nearby.

By train By train, near Mysore Junction (88 km)

Regular buses ply from various cities and are connected to the Nagarhole National Park

Spoken Language:

Kannada, Hindi, English

Ideal Duration of Trip:

half day

11. Sakaleshpur:

Located 220 km from Bangalore, Sakaleshpur is a stunning hill station in the Hasan district of Karnataka. Located at an altitude of 3061 meters, Sakaleshpur is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Karnataka and should be included in Karnataka tours. It is the entrance from the Hassan side to and from the Western Ghats. It is surrounded by high green hills dotted with cardamom, coffee and areca plantations, the panorama from here is magnificent.

Highlights from the tour:

Day 1: Early morning start in Bangalore. En route visit the following places:

Sri Sakaleshwara Swamy Temple

Magajahalli Falls

Day 2: Start your day after breakfast and explore the following places before returning to Bangalore

Manjarabad Fort

Hemavati Dam

Shettyhalli Church

Places to visit:

Manjarabad Fort

Sri Sakaleshwara Swamy Temple

Magajahalli Falls

Betta Bairaveswara Temple

Belur

Mangalore

Chikkamagaluru

Best time to visit:

From October to April

Peak Season:

From November to February

Nearest City:

Mangalore (151 km)

Way to get there:

By Air, the nearest airport is Mangalore (161 km).

If you travel by train, the nearest railway station can be found at Sakaleshpur Railway Station, which is 1.5 km away.

Spoken Language:

Kannada, Hindi, English

Ideal Duration of Trip:

1 to 2 days

12. Udupi:

It is 65 km from Mangalore, Udupi is the city of temples in Karnataka. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Karnataka known for its holy places and pristine beaches. Nestled between the magnificent Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, Udupi is a haven of breathtaking beauty.

Highlights from the tour:

Day 1: Depart Bangalore at 5:30 am en route to Udupi

Bejai Museum

St. Aloysius Chapel

Kudroli Temple

Tanneerbavi Beach

Day 2: Start at Udupi at 8.30 am and depart

Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

St. Mary's Island

Maple Beach

Coup Beach

Return to Bangalore at 10 pm.

Places to visit:

Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

St. Mary's Island

Maple Beach

Coup Beach

Brahmavar

Barkur

Chaturmukha Basadi - Karkala

Gomateshwara idol - Karkala

Best time to visit:

From October to February

Peak Season:

From November to February

Nearest City:

Mangalore (60 km)

Way to get there:

The nearest airport in Udupi is Mangalore Airport which is 65 km away.

The nearest railway station is Udupi Railway Station. It is easily connected to all major cities of Karnataka.

Spoken Language:

Kannada, Hindi, English

Ideal Duration of Trip:

2 days

13. Dandeli:

Dandeli Located just 55 km from Dharwad and just 73 km from Hubli, Dandeli is a beautiful beach town on the banks of the Kali River in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. Dandeli is one of the top places to include in packages for Karnataka tour packages, as well as Goa package tours. It is famous for Dandeli's water sports, Dandeli is the top destination for tourists in India in the world for white-water rafting.

Highlights from the tour:

Day 1: Drive to Dandeli and check in to hotel. Take a stroll along Dandeli Beach. Dandeli beach to indulge in some of the best water sports like river crossing, water rafting or river rafting. In the second half of the day, visit the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary. Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

Day 2: Early departure from hotel for jeep safari or trekking. Then, return to your hotel in time for breakfast. After breakfast, you can visit the nearby places like Sentry Rock, Kavala Caves etc. As you say goodbye to the city.

Things to do:

Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

Sentry Rock

Caves of Kavala

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Magodu falls

Best time to visit:

From October to March

Peak Season:

From November to December

Nearest City:

Hubli (73 km)

Way to get there:

Air Hubli Airport is nearby (66 km).

Trains are available, Alnavar is the nearest railway station (33 km)

Spoken Language:

Kannada, Hindi, English

Best time to visit:

A couple of days

14. Murudeshwar:

It is 162 km from Mangalore. Murudeshwar is a popular pilgrimage destination and is a cum beach in Karnataka. It is located in Bhatkal Taluka of Uttara Kannada. Murudeshwar is a beautiful place between Bhatkal and Honnaval and bordering the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats. Murudeshwara is popularly known as the abode of Lord Shiva and is a major holy place of pilgrimage in South India.

Highlights from the tour:

The city of Murudeshwar is a popular stop on the journey from Bangalore to Mangalore. During the course, you can visit all the major places covered by Murudeshwar.

Things to do:

Murudeshwara Temple

Murudeshwar Beach

Statue of Lord Shiva

Kollur Mookambika Temple

Apsara hill waterfall

Bhatkal

Best time to visit:

From October to March

Peak Season:

From November to February

Nearest City:

Mangalore (162 km)

Way to get there:

By air, the nearest airport is Mangalore Airport, 160 km away.

By Trains By train, it is Murudeshwar railway station in the center of the city.

Spoken Language:

Kannada, Hindi, English

Best time to visit:

A couple of days

15. Coorg:

If you are an outdoor enthusiast and you are looking for an ever-changing misty landscape, then Coorg is the perfect destination for you. It is a popular hill station known for its coffee-producing capabilities and the surrounding green hills are all home to coffee plantations. Also known as Kodagu, Coorg is the richest hill station in Karnataka. Karnataka state is one of the must-see places for a trip to India.

Highlights from the tour:

Day 1: Reach Coorg. Explore the King's Seat and Abbey Falls.

Day 2: Excursion to Omkareshwar, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Also, visit the Golden Temple, India's largest Buddhist shrine.

Day 3: Visit Talakaveri, a beautiful island on the banks of river Kaveri. Getting to the island requires walking across rope bridges.

Day 4: Excursion to coffee plantations to experience the joy of coffee picking. It's even possible to add one-of-a-kind experiences to your itinerary before you're done for the day.

Places to visit:

Abbey Falls

Talakaveri

Golden Temple

The seat of the king

White water river rafting on Barapole river in Coorg

Nagarhole National Park

Best time to visit:

From October to March

Peak Season:

From October to March

Nearest City:

Mysore

Way to get there:

Mysore, Mangalore and Bangalore are the nearest airports by flight. They are 112 km 139 km apart and 255 km apart. You need a car to go to Coorg

By rail, Mysore Railway Station is the closest.

Spoken Language:

Tuck the scythe

Best time to visit:

3-4 days

The mentioned 15 are among the popular tourist places in Karnataka. A blend of age-old history with stunning scenery, Karnataka is a must-visit and make sure you include these places in your travel itinerary if you are planning a trip to Karnataka. Each destination is unique and deserves to be included in your itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers:

1. Are there any tourist attractions in North Karnataka?

Answer: Some of the beautiful tourist places in North Karnataka are:

Satoddi Falls

Badami Cave Temples

Gol Gumbaj

Godchinmalki Waterfalls

Sri Banashankari Shakti Peetha, Badami

2. What are the most important historical places in Karnataka?

Ans: Here are the most important historical places in Karnataka:

Devanahalli Fort

Badami Cave Temples

Belur Sri Chennakesava Temple

Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan

Hampi Archaeological Ruins

Mysore Palace

Bangalore Palace

Bangalore Fort

Bidar Fort

3. What are the best destinations to visit in Karnataka in summer?

A: The top tourist places to visit in summer months in Karnataka are:

Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan

Nagarhole National Park and Tiger Reserve

Bandipur Tiger Reserve and National Park

Mysore Palace

Abbey Falls Madikeri

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Sri Chamarajendra Park

Iruppu Falls

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

4. The following list of tourist attractions in Karnataka are close to Bangalore?

A: Here are the most famous tourist places in Karnataka near Bangalore

Dodda Alada Mara

Bannerghatta Biological Park

Bangalore Palace

Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan

Lumbini Gardens

Sri Chamarajendra Park

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

5. Which places to visit in Karnataka in December?

Answer: Here are the five best tourist places to visit in Karnataka in December:

Brindavan Gardens

Bandipur Tiger Reserve and National Park

Mysore Palace

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

The seat of the king.