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Mysore Palace

Built in 1912, Mysore Palace, also known as Amba Vilas Palace, is one of India’s largest palaces, showcasing art from around the world. It was the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore.

Mysore Zoo

Established in 1892 by Sri Chamarajendra Wadiyar, Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens) is one of India’s oldest zoos, holding a significant place in Karnataka’s tourism with its diverse wildlife.

Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery

Built in 1861, Jaganmohan Palace, also known as Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery, is a former royal residence and arts museum located 200 meters west of Mysore Palace, showcasing historic artworks.

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple

Located 13 km from Mysore on Chamundi Hills, this Hindu temple is dedicated to Chamundeshwari, the fierce form of Shakti, revered by the Maharajas of Mysore for centuries.

Lalith Mahal Palace

Built in 1921 by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV near Chamundi Hills, Lalith Mahal is Mysore’s second-largest palace, originally designed for the Governor-General of India, now a luxury hotel.

Railway Museum

Established in 1979, the Railway Museum displays locomotives, railway signals, and a gallery of photographs and paintings depicting India’s railway history, with a mini-train ride for children.

St. Philomena's Cathedral

Built in 1936 in Neo-Gothic style, St. Philomena’s Cathedral (also known as St. Joseph’s Cathedral) is one of Asia’s tallest churches, inspired by the Cologne Cathedral in Germany.

Devaraja Market

Established in 1886 and named after Dodda Devaraja Wadiyar in 1925, Devaraja Market offers flowers, spices, silk saris, and the famous Mysore Pak from Guru Sweets.

Karanji Lake

Surrounded by a nature park with a butterfly park and India’s largest walk-through aviary, Karanji Lake also hosts the Regional Museum of Natural History on its banks.

Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum

Inaugurated in 2014 at the base of Chamundi Hills, this museum features 150 sand sculptures by artist MN Gowri, depicting Mysore’s cultural heritage, wildlife, and religion.

Brindavan Gardens

Located 12 km from Mysore near the Krishnarajasagara Dam, Brindavan Gardens was completed in 1932 and attracts nearly 2 million tourists annually with its stunning landscapes.

Venugopala Swamy Temple

Built in the 12th century near Brindavan Gardens, this Hoysala-style temple is dedicated to Lord Venugopala, constructed around the same time as the Chennakesava Temple in Somanathapura.

Balmuri Falls

A man-made waterfall over a dam in Srirangapatna, Balmuri Falls is surrounded by lush greenery and coconut trees, with the Cauvery River flowing through.

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

Located 16 km from Mysore, this 40-acre sanctuary, the largest in Karnataka, comprises six islets on the Kaveri River and was designated a Ramsar site in 2022.

Tippu's Fort

Built in 1454 by Timmanna Nayaka in Srirangapatna and fortified by Haider Ali and Tipu Sultan in the 18th century, this historic fort protected the Kingdom of Mysore from British invaders.

Payana Vintage Car Museum

Located 12 km from Mysore, this museum showcases vintage automobiles, celebrating their engineering and beauty, with exhibits that highlight automotive history.