HeritageMysuru, Karnataka
Mysore Palace
The Wodeyar royal residence, lit by nearly 100,000 bulbs on Sunday evenings.
1.5–2 hoursExplore
- Karnataka, India
- Heritage
- Family
Palaces & Ruins of the South
Mysore & Hampi
The illuminated Mysore Palace, Dasara festivities and the boulder-strewn ruins of Hampi.
- Ideal: 4–5 days
- Best: Oct – Feb
- 1 tour package
Overview
About Mysore & Hampi
Mysore is Karnataka’s royal city — home to one of India’s grandest palaces, lit by nearly 100,000 bulbs on Sundays and during the Dasara festival.
A few hours north, Hampi’s UNESCO-listed ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire sit among giant boulders and banana plantations.
- State
- Karnataka
- Nearest airport
- Bengaluru (BLR) / Mysore (MYQ)
- Ideal stay
- 4–5 days
- Known for
- Palace, Dasara, ruins
Why Visit
Why you’ll love Mysore & Hampi
- Royal palaceIndo-Saracenic grandeur.
- UNESCO ruinsHampi’s temples and bazaars.
- Silk & sandalwoodMysore silk and incense.
- South Indian flavoursMysore pak and masala dosa.
Top Places
Top places to visit in Mysore & Hampi
1Mysore Palace
Illuminated on Sunday evenings.
2.Chamundi Hills
Hilltop temple with city views.
3Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
A living temple since the 7th century.
4.Vittala Temple
Stone chariot and musical pillars.
Popular Sightseeing
All sightseeingMust-see attractions
HeritageHeritageHampi, Karnataka
Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
A living temple since the 7th century at the heart of Hampi’s UNESCO ruins.
1 hourExplore
Things to Do
Experiences not to miss
- Palace lightsSunday 7–7:45 PM illumination.
- Hampi cyclingRide between ruins.
- Coracle rideRound boats on the Tungabhadra.
- Silk factoryGovernment silk weaving unit.
Best Time to Visit
When to go
- Best time
Winter
Oct – Feb
Pleasant weather; Dasara in Oct.
Summer
Mar – May
Hampi gets very hot.
Ideal trip duration
4–5 days
Two days in Mysore, two in Hampi.
Tour Packages
View allPopular Mysore & Hampi packages
4 Nights / 5 DaysMysore · Srirangapatna · Hampi
Mysore & Hampi Heritage Trail
4.6(74 reviews)Family
- Mysore Palace
- Chamundi Hills
- Srirangapatna
Starting from
₹22,999
per person
Travel Tips
Good to know before you go
- Photography inside Mysore Palace is not allowed.
- Hampi is best explored early morning and late afternoon.
FAQs
Mysore & Hampi travel FAQs
When is Mysore Dasara?
Dasara is celebrated over ten days in September–October, ending with the grand Jamboo Savari procession.
Travel Your Way
Best ways to experience Mysore & Hampi
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