Mysuru Through its Markets - Extravacantza.com

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Overview

Exploring the bustling markets across India is an ideal way for anyone to catch the pulse of a region. This palace town boasts of one of the oldest established markets in the region, filled with flowers, fresh produce, colorful jewelry, crafts and eateries that are popular with the locals. Let us introduce you to Mysuru through its many markets. Walk with us through the flower market, the bangle and jewellery makers, fresh produce being traded and even try the typical evening “tiffin and coffee” that is popular with the Mysoreans as remnants of this city’s colonial influences. This walk is also ideal for photography enthusiasts who are keen to capture the colorful diversity in ambient light.

Witness the fully lit up grandiose of the Amba Vilas Palace (Only on Sunday’s and Special holidays)

What's included

Snacks as mentioned in the itinerary
All fees and taxes
Local English speaking guide

Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Any personal expense

What to expect

Dufferin Clock Tower
15m

Dufferin clock tower also known as Chikkagadiyara is a historic relic and heritage structure of Mysuru city, which was built in 1886.
Devaraja Market
1h

A walk through the colourful market dating from Tipu Sultan’s reign. This huge and lively bazaar has local traders selling traditional items such as flower garlands, incense, spices and conical piles of vermilion, all of which makes for some great photo ops. There's a large fruit and vegetable section too
15m

Try the famous Indian sweet 'Mysore Pak' and get to know its origin.
Arun Fine Arts
30m

The city of Mysore has been the home of various cultural activities for decades which flourished under the patronage of the rulers of erstwhile Mysore. Get an insight into the art of Inlay Work.
Rangacharlu Memorial Hall
5m

The Rangacharlu Memorial Hall, now known as Mysore Town Hall, or simply the Town Hall, was constructed in 1884 in memory of Diwan Sir C. V. Rungacharlu, the first diwan after restoration of monarchy in the Kingdom of Mysore in 1881.
Dodda Gadiyaara
5m

Dodda Gadiyara which translates to "Big clock tower" was built in 1972 to commemorate the silver jubilee (25 years) of the rule of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, the maharaja of Mysore.
20m

Try “soda” at the city’s oldest pop soda maker and learn about its origin

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is a prominent landmark in Mysuru city. It is at the entrance of North gate of Mysuru Palace. Uber or Tuktuk should get you here and your guide will be waiting to walk you through the beautiful heritage city

End point

This is a prominent landmark in Mysuru city. It is at the entrance of North gate of Mysuru Palace. Uber or Tuktuk should get you here and your guide will be waiting to walk you through the beautiful heritage city

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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