
Here’s a 2-Day Travel Itinerary for exploring Mysuru, covering both popular and offbeat attractions.
Day 1: Exploring the Heritage & Culture of Mysuru
Morning (7:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
- Chamundeshwari Temple & Chamundi Hills (7:00 AM – 8:30 AM)
- Begin your day with a visit to Chamundeshwari Temple, situated atop Chamundi Hills.
- Enjoy the panoramic view of Mysuru.
- Entry Fee: Free
- Time Spent: 1.5 hours
 
- Mysore Zoo (8:45 AM – 10:15 AM)
- Visit the Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, one of India’s oldest and well-maintained zoos.
- Home to tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes, and exotic birds.
- Entry Fee: ₹100 (adults), ₹50 (children)
- Time Spent: 1.5 hours
 
- Mysore Palace (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
- Explore the magnificent Mysore Palace, the official residence of the Wodeyar dynasty.
- Witness Indo-Saracenic architecture, exquisite interiors, and the famous golden throne.
- Entry Fee: ₹100 (adults), ₹50 (children)
- Time Spent: 2 hours
 
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
- Suggested Restaurant: Vinayaka Mylari (Famous for soft Mysore Dosas) or Hotel RRR (Authentic South Indian meals).
Afternoon (1:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
- Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
- Houses exquisite paintings by Raja Ravi Varma and other royal artifacts.
- Entry Fee: ₹75 (adults), ₹25 (children)
- Time Spent: 1 hour
 
- St. Philomena’s Church (2:45 PM – 3:30 PM)
- A neo-Gothic church, one of the largest in India, inspired by Germany’s Cologne Cathedral.
- Entry Fee: Free
- Time Spent: 45 minutes
 
- Railway Museum (3:45 PM – 4:30 PM)
- Showcases vintage locomotives, royal coaches, and historical railway artifacts.
- Entry Fee: ₹50
- Time Spent: 45 minutes
 
- Karanji Lake & Butterfly Park (4:45 PM – 5:30 PM)
- A tranquil lake with boating, a butterfly park, and a bird sanctuary.
- Entry Fee: ₹25
- Time Spent: 45 minutes
 
Evening (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
- Brindavan Gardens & Musical Fountain Show (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
- Visit the Brindavan Gardens, located next to Krishna Raja Sagara Dam.
- Enjoy the musical fountain show.
- Entry Fee: ₹50 (adults), ₹20 (children)
- Time Spent: 2.5 hours
 
- Dinner (8:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
- Suggested Restaurant: Hotel Hanumanthu (Famous for Mutton Pulav) or Mezzaluna (Italian cuisine).
 
Day 2: Adventure, Nature & Offbeat Attractions
Morning (7:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (7:30 AM – 9:30 AM)
- A paradise for bird lovers, with a chance to spot painted storks, pelicans, and kingfishers.
- Entry Fee: ₹70 (entry), ₹50 (boat ride)
- Time Spent: 2 hours
 
- Srirangapatna (10:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
- Visit the historical town of Srirangapatna, which was the capital of Tipu Sultan.
- Attractions include Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Gumbaz Mausoleum, and Ranganathaswamy Temple.
- Entry Fee: ₹20 (for Summer Palace)
- Time Spent: 2.5 hours
 
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
- Suggested Restaurant: Parampare Veg Restaurant (Authentic Karnataka cuisine).
Afternoon (1:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
- Lalitha Mahal Palace (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
- The second-largest palace in Mysuru, now converted into a heritage hotel.
- Entry Fee: ₹100
- Time Spent: 1 hour
 
- Melody World Wax Museum (2:45 PM – 3:30 PM)
- Features life-size wax statues of famous musicians and musical instruments.
- Entry Fee: ₹30
- Time Spent: 45 minutes
 
- Sand Museum (3:45 PM – 4:30 PM)
- Features intricate sand sculptures, including mythological and wildlife themes.
- Entry Fee: ₹40
- Time Spent: 45 minutes
 
- Shopping at Devaraja Market (4:45 PM – 5:30 PM)
- A bustling market famous for Mysore silk sarees, sandalwood, spices, and sweets (Mysore Pak).
- Entry Fee: Free
- Time Spent: 45 minutes
 
Evening (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
- Sunset at KRS Backwaters (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM)
- Enjoy a peaceful sunset at KRS Backwaters, away from the crowd.
- Entry Fee: Free
- Time Spent: 1.5 hours
 
- Dinner (7:30 PM – 9:00 PM)
- Suggested Restaurant: Olive Garden (Multi-cuisine) or By the Blue (Poolside Dining at Grand Mercure).
 

Top Tourist Attractions in Mysuru
| Rank | Place Name | Average Time Spent | Entry Fee | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mysore Palace | 2 hours | ₹100 (adults), ₹50 (children) | 
| 2 | Brindavan Gardens & Musical Fountain | 2.5 hours | ₹50 (adults), ₹20 (children) | 
| 3 | Chamundeshwari Temple (Chamundi Hills) | 1.5 hours | Free | 
| 4 | Mysore Zoo | 1.5 hours | ₹100 (adults), ₹50 (children) | 
| 5 | Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery | 1 hour | ₹75 (adults), ₹25 (children) | 
| 6 | St. Philomena’s Church | 45 minutes | Free | 
| 7 | Karanji Lake | 45 minutes | ₹25 | 
| 8 | Railway Museum | 45 minutes | ₹50 | 
| 9 | Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary | 2 hours | ₹70 (entry), ₹50 (boat ride) | 
| 10 | Srirangapatna (Tipu Sultan’s Palace) | 2.5 hours | ₹20 | 
| 11 | Lalitha Mahal Palace | 1 hour | ₹100 | 
| 12 | Sand Museum | 45 minutes | ₹40 | 
| 13 | Melody World Wax Museum | 45 minutes | ₹30 | 
| 14 | Devaraja Market | 45 minutes | Free | 
| 15 | KRS Backwaters | 1.5 hours | Free | 
This 2-day itinerary ensures you experience Mysuru’s royal heritage, cultural gems, nature, and offbeat attractions at a comfortable pace.