Plan Your Visit to Bangalore Palace: Namma Metro & Timing

Plan your visit

Get the facts on transport, dress codes, and photography rules before you arrive at the royal grounds.

Bangalore Palace

Palace Road, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru

GPS 12.9987, 77.5921

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Getting there

The best ways to reach Palace Road.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Train: Namma Metro (Purple or Green line) to Cubbon Park or Mantri Square Sampige Road stations, followed by a short auto-rickshaw ride.	10-15 minutes from the metro station	₹40-₹60 for the auto-rickshaw	Always ask the auto driver to use the meter or book via ride-hailing apps like Ola/Uber/Rapido.
Car: Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Ola) or private taxi directly to the Palace Road entrance.	Varies by traffic		Paid visitor parking is available inside the palace grounds.
Bus: BMTC city buses to Vasanth Nagar or Palace Grounds bus stops.	Varies by starting location	₹15-₹35	A highly economical option, though less comfortable during peak traffic hours.

When to go

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The palace is open year-round. Visit between October and February for the most pleasant weather. This makes exploring the 454 acres of sprawling grounds much easier. Morning visits help you avoid peak traffic.

What to bring

Valid physical government ID card (required as deposit for audio guide)
Cash or cards/UPI for entry and camera fees
Reusable water bottle for hydration
Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
Sunscreen and sunglasses for exploring the gardens
Light, breathable clothing for the warm weather
Umbrella or raincoat (if visiting during the June-September monsoon)
Small daypack or crossbody bag for personal items
Smartphone with a full battery (if paying the mobile camera fee)

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Bring a valid physical government ID card.

You need this as a deposit to use the multi-lingual audio guide.

How the day runs

Suggested route for a standard visit.

A typical 1.5-hour self-guided tour focusing on the main floors and gardens.

0:00
Arrival & Tickets
Pay your entry fee and any required camera fees. Deposit your ID for the audio guide.
0:15
Ground Floor
Explore the Maharaja's Open Courtyard and the Ballroom.
0:45
The First Floor
Walk up to the Durbar Hall and view the Painted Corridors.
1:10
Palace Gardens
Head outside to photograph the Tudor-style towers and manicured hedges.

Photography and Rules

You must pay an extra fee to take photos. Mobile camera tickets cost around ₹300, while still camera fees exceed ₹685. You cannot take photos inside without this ticket.

Wear modest attire, as this is a historically royal site. Do not touch the antique furniture or paintings on display. See Tickets & Prices for more details on costs.

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Planning questions

How to reach Bangalore Palace by metro?

Take the Namma Metro (Purple or Green line) to Cubbon Park or Mantri Square Sampige Road stations. From there, take a 10-15 minute auto-rickshaw ride. Expect to pay ₹40-₹60.

Is there parking available at Bangalore Palace?

Yes. Paid visitor parking is available inside the palace grounds for cars and private taxis.

How much time is needed to visit Bangalore Palace?

Plan for 1 to 2 hours. This gives you time to listen to the audio guide, view the art collections, and walk through the gardens.