What are the best things to do in Mysore?
Top picks in Mysore include Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills and Nandi statue, Devaraja Market, St Philomena's Cathedral. See the full list and itinerary on this Mysore travel guide.
Photo: Rithwik · Public domain
Why visit Mysore
Travel guide for Mysore, India — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Mysore is a stop in India, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills and Nandi statue, Devaraja Market instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 25–80 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Mysore
1
Mysore Palace
2
Chamundi Hills and Nandi statue
3
Devaraja Market
4
St Philomena's Cathedral
5
Brindavan Gardens evening fountains
6
Srirangapatna day trip
7
Railway Museum
8
Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery
Budget travel
Free things to do in Mysore
Devaraja Market
St Philomena's Cathedral
Brindavan Gardens evening fountains
Chamundeshwari Temple
Jwalamukhi Tiruparasundari Temple
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Mysore itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Mysore Zoo
- Visit Mysore Palace
- Visit Chittaranjan Palace
- Eat at Gayathri Tiffin Room
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Lalitha Mahal Palace
- Visit Chamundeshwari Temple
- Visit Jwalamukhi Tiruparasundari Temple
- Eat at Suvarna Shanthi Sagar
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Brindavan Gardens
- Visit Dalavayi Lake
- Visit Happy Man Park
- Eat at Dosa Point Restaurant
Budget
Mysore trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 25–80
per person / day
Luxury
USD 90–150+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Mysore, India. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Mysore
Estimated total (USD)
$1,725
≈ $863 per person · $246 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $50/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Mysore mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 25–80 · luxury 90–150+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Gayathri Tiffin Room
Suvarna Shanthi Sagar
Dosa Point Restaurant
Adayar Ananda Bhavan
Dosa Corner
Green Leaf
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Aashraya
Hotel Airlines
Hotel Bombay Tiffanys
Hotel Darshan Palace
Hotel Dasaprakash
Shopping
- Devaraja Market Labyrinth
- Sapna Bookstall
- New Dolphin Bakery
Nightlife
- Bopy's Pub
- Cocktail Circuit Lounge Bar
- Fluid Pub
- Pelican Pub
- Rasooi Magic
- Waves Lounge Bar
Museums & culture
- Mysore Palace
- Chittaranjan Palace
- Lalitha Mahal Palace
- Chamundeshwari Temple
- Jwalamukhi Tiruparasundari Temple
In pictures
Mysore gallery
Photos: Rithwik, Cartographers (Heinrich) Wagner & (Ernest) Debes, Leipzig., iMahesh, Indianhilbilly, Durgada Krishnappa — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Mysore travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Mysore?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Mysore?
Plan at least 3 days in Mysore for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Mysore?
Popular stays in Mysore include Hotel Aashraya, Hotel Airlines, Hotel Bombay Tiffanys. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Mysore cost?
On the ground in Mysore (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 25–80, and luxury about 90–150+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Mysore, India. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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