Last Updated on 27 June 2025 by Poorna & Brinda
Bangalore is blessed with a unique location — nestled close to hills, waterfalls, forests, ancient forts, and spiritual sites. Whether you’re a nature lover, a history enthusiast, or someone just looking for a peaceful break, there’s no shortage of incredible one-day trips just a few hours from the city.
Over the years, we’ve personally explored these destinations and crafted detailed itineraries based on real experiences. In this guide, you’ll find a curated list of scenic, cultural, and offbeat day trips — each with practical travel tips and links to full itinerary posts to help you plan the perfect escape.
Below is a curated list of 26 one-day trips from Bangalore. Each trip combines two nearby places — ideal for a full-day itinerary. You can also visit just one of them for a relaxed half-day experience. Click on them to get more details.
- Rocky splendour @ Savandurga and Tirumale temple
- Riverside picnic @ Mekedatu and beautiful Chunchi falls
- Three fabulous hill fort temples – Devarayanadurga, Shivagange & Mandaragiri
- Magnificent Melkote and Thonnur Lake
- Wander in Ramanagaram Sholay land
- Lovely Lepakshi and Vidurashwatha
- Nandi hills and beyond……
- Revana Siddeshwara Betta, Aprameya Temple and a Surprise!
- Two dams and a Trident Hill of Shoolagiri!
- Shivanasamudra Falls & Sandy Beach @ Talakadu!
- Marvellous Madhugiri and surprise in Seebi!
- Stunning Shravanabelagola & Markonahalli Dam!
- Awesome Antaragange & Kotilingeshwara temple
- Lovely Hike in Haddinakallu & Beautiful Basaralu
- Riverside picnic at Muthathi/Bheemeshwari and Achalu Betta
- Captivating Karighatta Hill & Mahadevpura
- Exploring Channapatna Toy-land and a lovely hill!
- Gudibande Fort and Jakkalamadugu dam
- Awesome Avalabetta & Dandiganahalli Dam
- Beautiful Bettamugilalam & Panchapalli Dam
- Spiritual Kaiwara and Captivating Kailasagiri hill
- Turuvekere Hoysala Temples & Lakes
- Srirangapatna plus Ranganathittu & Kokrebellur Bird Sanctuaries
- Ramadevara Betta & Kanva Dam
- Vishwaroopa Vijaya Vittala Temple & Mahimapura Hill
- Isha Foundation Chikkaballapur & Nandi Hills
1 – Rocky splendour @ Savandurga and Tirumale temple
Trek up one of Asia’s largest monoliths at Savandurga and combine it with a peaceful visit to the hilltop Tirumale Balaji Temple.
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2 – Riverside picnic @ Mekedatu and beautiful Chunchi falls
Picnic by the Sangama confluence and witness the dramatic gorge at Mekedatu where the river squeezes through rocky cliffs!
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3 – Three fabulous hill fort temples – Devarayanadurga, Shivagange & Mandaragiri
Climb up these fabulous hilltop temples known for panoramic views and ancient temples!
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4 – Magnificent Melkote and Thonnur Lake
Melkote is a charming temple town steeped in heritage. Its beautifully sculpted temples and serene surroundings captivate every traveller. Add to that the peaceful lakefront at Thonnur (also known as Kere Thonnur) and the magnificent Nambinarayana Temple, and you have the perfect recipe for a one-day getaway from the city.
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5 – Wander in Ramanagaram Sholay land
Did you know that the iconic Hindi movie “Sholay” was shot around Bangalore? Step into movie history as you hike the rocky trails of Ramanagaram — iconic backdrop of the film Sholay and a haven for rock climbers.
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6 – Lovely Lepakshi and Vidurashwatha
Marvel at the hanging pillar and stunning murals of Lepakshi, then visit the historic banyan tree from Mahabharata times at Vidurashwatha.
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7 – Nandi hills and beyond……
A perennial favourite of Bangaloreans. One of the shortest of one-day trips from Bangalore covers a lovely hill station, a house of the icon Sir M Vishveshwaraiah which is a heritage monument and a lovely fort at Devanahalli.
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8 – Revana Siddeshwara Betta (SRS Hills), Aprameya Temple and a Surprise!
Climb to the hilltop temple with panoramic views, explore the unique idol of Aprameya, and enjoy a surprise spot on the way!
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9 – Two dams and a Trident Hill of Shoolagiri!
Two serene dams and a climb to the sacred trident-shaped hill of Shoolagiri make for a scenic and offbeat day.
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10 – Shivanasamudra Falls & Sandy Beach @ Talakadu!
Witness the twin waterfalls of Shivanasamudra in full flow, then relax on the sandy riverside at mystical Talakadu.
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11 – Marvellous Madhugiri and surprise in Seebi!
Explore the majestic Madhugiri fort — the second largest monolith in Asia — and the well-known Seebi Narasimha temple which has beautiful wall murals from the 15th century.
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12 – Stunning Shravanabelagola & Markonahalli Dam!
Visit the world-famous monolithic statue of Bahubali at Shravanabelagola and unwind by the quiet waters of Markonahalli Dam.
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13 – Awesome Antaragange & Kotilingeshwara temple
Trek through rocky caves at Antaragange, then visit the iconic Kotilingeshwara temple with thousands of Shiva lingas.
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14 – Lovely Hike in Haddinakallu & Beautiful Basaralu
A refreshing hike up Haddinakallu Betta offers magnificent views, while Basaralu surprises you with exquisite Hoysala temple architecture.
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15 – Riverside picnic at Muthathi/Bheemeshwari and Achalu Betta
Picnic by the Cauvery at Muthathi or Bheemeshwari, followed by a short hike to Achalu Betta for lovely views and village charm.
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16 – Karighatta Hill & Mahadevpura
A short climb to Karighatta Hill with a famous temple for Lord Venkatesha rewards you with panoramic views, while Mahadevpura offers serene riverside landscapes and birdwatching.
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17 – Exploring Channapatna Toy-land and a lovely hill!
Explore Channapatna’s colourful toy-making heritage, then visit a peaceful nearby hill for a mix of art, culture, and nature.
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18 – Gudibande Fort and Jakkalamadugu dam
Climb the lesser-known Gudibande Fort with stunning views and an ancient Shiva temple, and cool off by the calm waters of Jakkalamadugu Dam.
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19 – Awesome Avalabetta & Dandiganahalli Dam
Avalabetta offers a scenic cliffside viewpoint and hilltop shrine, paired perfectly with a peaceful visit to Dandiganahalli Dam.
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20 – Beautiful Bettamugilalam & Panchapalli Dam
Drive through forest roads to reach Bettamugilalam, a quiet hill retreat, and unwind beside the waters of Panchapalli Dam.
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21 – Spiritual Kaiwara and Captivating Kailasagiri hill
Blend mythology and scenery with a visit to spiritual Kaiwara and the hilltop retreat of Kailasagiri — ideal for a peaceful escape.
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22 – Turuvekere Hoysala Temples & Lakes
Turuvekere is a small town near Bangalore. Turuvekere Hoysala Temples are small and beautiful. Not only the town has two lovely temples but also has a magnificent temple at Thandaga which is nearby.
In addition, you will also get an opportunity to see the large Mallaghatta Lake and Nonavinakere Lake (One of the largest lakes in Karnataka).
For a detailed itinerary of this lovely trip from Bangalore – http://traveltwosome.com/turuvekere-hoysala-one-day-trip-guide/
23 – Srirangapatna plus Ranganathittu & Kokrebellur Bird Sanctuaries
Srirangapatna is famous for Tipu Sultan and the temple of Sri Ranganathaswamy. This day trip from Bangalore helps you to explore the glorious heritage of Tipu Sultan, Srirangapatna Fort and Srirangapatna Temple of Sri Ranganathaswamy.
You will also get a chance to visit two lovely bird sanctuaries – Ranganathittu & Kokkarebellur
For a detailed itinerary of this trip from Bangalore – http://traveltwosome.com/srirangapatna-one-day-trip-guide/
24 – Ramadevara Betta & Kanva Dam
Ramadevara Betta and Kanva Reservoir make a nice combination for an easy day trip from Bangalore.
This is an interesting one-day trip. It will bring back nostalgic memories of the Bollywood classic “Sholay” to you. The film was shot around Ramadevara Betta. It is a lovely day trip of adventure – A trek up a small hill with fantastic 360-degree views of the Rocky landscape and visiting a lovely lake made by the backwaters of Kanva reservoir!
Please check out the detailed one day trip guide from Bangalore here – http://traveltwosome.com/ramadevara-betta-kanva-reservoir-one-day-trip-guide/
25 – Vishwaroopa Vijaya Vittala Temple & Mahimapura Hill
This is another easy one in the list of one day trips from Bangalore. An iteresting one. Vishwaroopa Vijaya Vittala temple complex is known for the wonderful temple dedicated to Bhagavad Gita.
The massive temple has all verses of the Bhagavad-Gita inscribed on stone inside the temple. Mahimapura which is close by is a small hill with the lovely temple of Lord Ranganatha.
Please click on this link for a complete one day trip guide from Bangalore – http://traveltwosome.com/vishwaroopa-vijaya-vittala-temple/
26 – Isha Foundation Chikkaballapur & Nandi Hills
Isha Yoga Centre Bangalore near Chikkaballapur is now open to the public. Though it is still under construction, you can visit the place and see the exquisite Adi Yogi statue, Yogishwara Linga and Naga mantapa. You can combine this with perennial favourite Nandi Hills for a lovely one-day trip.
Check out the detailed itinerary here – http://traveltwosome.com/isha-yoga-centre-bangalore-one-day-trip-guide/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- How to plan a one-day trip in Bangalore? – The one day trip in Bangalore can be easily planned by travelling in your own vehicle or hiring a taxi. Pick up any of the itineraries given above and plan your next one day trip in Bangalore. If you are using public transport, you will be able to cover only one place.
- What are the small places to visit near Bangalore? – There are many small places to visit near Bangalore as you can see in the list of 52 places given in the itineraries above.
- Where can i see the itinerary for one day trip from Bangalore within 100 KMs? – All the places given above are suitable for one day trip from Bangalore within 100 KMs. Follow the detailed itinerary and have a nice trip.
- How can I plan a half day trip from Bangalore? – You can easily plan a half day trip from Bangalore with the itineraries given above. Plan to visit one place at a time.
- How to plan a one day outing in Bangalore for family? – You can easily plan a one day outing in Bangalore for your family by just following the detailed itineraries given above!
Aren’t you excited now to go on any of these one day trips from Bangalore? Please share your experiences and any updates with us which will help us to update these posts. We will continue to add more to this list.
Conclusion
Bangalore is surrounded by many beautiful places which one can explore as a one day trip. This list of one day trips from Bangalore covering 52 places should inspire you to plan your next trip. We will continue to add more to the list and keep updating it.
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You twosome are awesome. I don’t have to waste my time anywhere to search for weekend errands. Great.. keep it up.
Thanks Sunita
Very nice. It is explained in very simple manner
Wounderful one day trips from Bangalore nobody is aware
Very helpful Thanks for your efforts