Bengaluru travel guide
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You're Going to Love Bengaluru
With a population of 5.10 million, Bengaluru is the largest city in Karnataka, India by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bengaluru to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Bengaluru
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bengaluru in April, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 170 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bengaluru, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Bengaluru
Plane
When flying to Bengaluru, you’ll arrive at Bengaluru Intl (BLR), which is located 18 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from India to Bengaluru include IndiGo, Air India and Ethiopian Air. The shortest domestic flight to Bengaluru departs from Chennai and takes around 1h.
Train
The train station in Bengaluru is called Bengaluru Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna, and is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Bengaluru
Airlines serving Bengaluru
Where to stay in Bengaluru
From 5-star hotels such as the The Zuri Whitefield Bengaluru to great affordable options like the Holiday Inn Express Bengaluru Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,556 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 8,703 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Zostel Bangalore and Shoba Suites. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bengaluru, with prices from ₹ 500 to ₹ 24,266 per night. Electronic City is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bengaluru are about 15% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bengaluru
Most booked hotels in Bengaluru
Hiring a car in Bengaluru
Hiring a car in Bengaluru costs ₹ 4,984 per day, on average.
Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Bengaluru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,251 and ₹ 1,668. The most frequently booked car type in Bengaluru is Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.