Places to visit
Mysuru Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)
๐๏ธ Ittige Gudu, Mysuru
๐ About 2 km from Mysuru
Founded under royal patronage in 1892, it is one of the oldest zoos in India. Shaded walking loops lead past giraffes, elephants, big cats and a large collection of birds.
Brindavan Gardens
๐๏ธ KRS (Krishnarajasagara)
๐ About 21 km from Mysuru
Terraced, symmetrical gardens laid out below the Krishna Raja Sagara dam across the Kaveri. Evenings bring the famous illuminated musical fountain show, a favourite with families.
Karanji Lake
๐๏ธ Siddhartha Layout, Mysuru
๐ About 2 km from Mysuru
A peaceful lake and nature park with walking paths, boating and one of the largest walk-through aviaries in India, plus a butterfly park. A lovely spot for early-morning birdwatching.
Kukkarahalli Kere (Kukkarahalli Lake)
๐๏ธ Manasagangotri, Mysuru
๐ About 3 km from Mysuru
City lake created in 1864 under the Wadiyars, with a shaded 3.5 km walkway and winter birds.
Balmuri Falls
๐๏ธ Balmuri
๐ About 17 km from Mysuru
Wide, gentle cascade over a Kaveri check dam; a classic picnic spot.
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
๐๏ธ Srirangapatna
๐ About 18 km from Mysuru
Kaveri river islets full of nesting storks and pelicans; boat rides past crocodiles.
Edmuri Falls
๐๏ธ Edmuri
๐ About 19 km from Mysuru
Quieter twin cascade on the Kaveri, about 2 km past Balmuri.
KRS Backwaters (Meenakshipura)
๐๏ธ Meenakshipura
๐ About 25 km from Mysuru
Quiet reservoir shore known for wide sunsets and coracle rides.
Kunthi Betta
๐๏ธ Pandavapura
๐ About 35 km from Mysuru
Twin rocky hill near Pandavapura, a popular short trek with views over the fields.