A glimpse of Namma Bengaluru

The Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore, is probably the most welcoming city in the country - becoming a second home to whoever visits this pulsating ambiance. The futuristic grandeur of Electronic City, some of the best live music around the pubs, the unbeatable transcendence of Lalbagh - the city is the hub of a myriad of experiences!

If you are planning a getaway sometime soon, whether it is for a ceremony or to visit your loved one or a business trip, our first tip would be to save up on your accommodation expenses with this beautiful vacation rental from HeyHolidays. The cozy 2BHK is located at a stone’s throw from the heart of the city and is at heart of one of the busiest loacles. Located in a well-connected area, this rental home will not let you miss yours for a second!

Are you ready for a glimpse of Namma Bengaluru? We bring you five ways in which you can relish the city to its fullest and have a real taste of the Bangalorean life!

Let Your Host be Your Guide

Our hosts might just become a second family for you! With knowledge about the sightseeing as well as shopping and dining options, ask your host help you plan itineries for the trip. Not to forget, they are your best chance at tasting the native palate of the city. Indulge yourself in some gorgeous home-cooked Kannada dishes and create memories on your taste buds! A stay with our hosts will ensure you can the best of native Bangalorean life - complete with cultural habits, lifestyles and behavior - and it’s a thrilling experience for sure!

Make Room for a Good Amount of Sightseeing

Of course no vacation is complete without catch a sight of the main attractions at a destination. And trust us, there are just too many things to see in Bangalore right from historic Bangalore Palace to the intriguing Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum. Here’s a list of ten places that you must catch if you are visiting this city:

  1. Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, Chamrajpet
  2. Sankey Tank, Malleshwaram
  3. St. Mary's Basilica, Shivaji Nagar
  4. Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, Gavipura
  5. National Gallery of Modern Art, Palace Road
  6. HAL Aerospace Museum, Marathalli
  7. Bangalore Fort, New Tharagupet
  8. Bangalore Aquarium, Kasturba Road
  9. Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, High Grounds
  10. Turahalli Forest, Thurahalli

And there is so much more to see! So, don’t end it here and keep a day to just explore the city with your senses. Walk around the numerous parks, rejuvenate your mind beside some of the loveliest lakes, and of course gorge yourself in some street food from the small stalls dotting the city - all at literally a stone’s throw from our gorgeous homestay!

Make Place in your Tummy for some Scrumptious Dishes

From millet dosas to a well-done steak, there’s no end to the opportunities for indulging your taste buds with the city’s culinary variety. Take your pick from a range of places like Chulha Chauki Da Dhaba, The Coorg Food Co., NEST - Howard Johnson Bengaluru, Auntie Fung's, Paradox Rest-O-Café, Cafe De Gourmet, Cafe Thulp, and many, many more. Make sure to also catch a glimpse of the city’s happening nightlife and music scenes at places like Hard Rock Café, Cirrus, Sherlock’s Pub, FireHouse - Bar & Kitchen, The Studio Bar - the list just keeps growing every month! Are you hungry or maybe thirsty already?

Hit the Haven of Street Shopping

Brigade Road, Commercial Street and M.G. Road - these places are an absolute must for you if you are planning to return with overloaded bags! From the most fashionable trends, right off the runway, to classics - you can find everything in these three interconnected streets. Just get down near the M.G. Road Metro Station at the mouth of Brigade Road and start exploring.

Pro-tip: Head to these markets over the weekend for the best of stocks and new collections.

Indulge in a Day of Fun

Make your visit even more exciting by taking time out to visit a few theme parks. From movies to adventurous rights, here’s a list of the 5 most poular amusement parks to relive the inner child in you:

  1. Snow City, J.C. Nagar
  2. Wonderla Bangalore, Mysore Road
  3. Fun World, Palace Grounds
  4. Lumbini Gardens, Hebbal
  5. Innovative Film City, Bidadi

So what are you waiting for? Just pack your bags, book this wonderful rental stay near Indiranagar and experiences one of the best vacations ever with the real taste of Namma Bengaluru!