Overview
Royal Mysore heritage walk is an immersive walking tour in Mysore. The walk comes with a guide to explore a magnificent art gallery with paintings that tell the 700-year-old story of Mysore. The Clock Towers of Mysore give a fascinating account of the relationship between the Maharaja and the British Empire. The story of this royal city is told as walk past the city center, landmarks & local bazaar. A professional guide leads the Mysore heritage walk and will help you experience the rich culture & colorful traditions of this erstwhile Kingdom. The local bazaars are a riot of colors and offer a glimpse of life in present-day Mysore. We will also get an opportunity to taste the famous delicacy called Mysore Pak! Our company is committed to strengthening local communities. We help train and employ local guides and support local businesses to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent. Our guide will be happy to talk about the community initiatives we undertake.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Local sweet called Mysore pak
- Entrance charges
- Guide
What's Not Included
Not specified by supplier.
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Explore the culture and heritage of Mysore over the last 700 years. The paintings in Jaganmohan Palace & Art Gallery tell a vivid story. This Palace was built as an alternate residence for the Royal Family and was in fact used extensively when the main Palace had a fire accident.
Stop 2
We will walk past this heritage building and commercial complex and talk about its glorious past.
Stop 3
Krushna Rajendra circle is a prominent intersection of Mysore and a great place to listen to the history of the Kingdom.
Stop 4
The traffic circle in the intersection of Ashoka road and Albert Victor road is the heart of Mysore.
Stop 5
The bustling square is famous for the Clock tower built to commemorate 25 years of rule of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV.
Stop 6
Mysore comes alive with a riot of colours.
Stop 7
The Dufferin clock tower is a historic landmark to end the walk after having a taste of Mysore- Pak, the local delicacy.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels