Bangalore Palace is a historic palace in Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, with carved wooden details, fortified towers and royal portraits. You can explore its features with an audio tour; check ticket prices and visiting hours before planning your visit.
- Location: Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Visiting hours: Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday
- Entry: Separate prices apply for Indian and foreign visitors, with extra charges for cameras and audio guides
- Time to allow: 2 to 3 hours
Where is Bangalore Palace?
Bangalore Palace is in Vasanth Nagar, between Sadashivanagar and Jayamahal. The palace is about 2.8 km from J.P. Cordial, which offers hotel rooms in Bangalore.
From Kempegowda Bus Station in Majestic, the palace is 4.7 km away. Its location makes it possible to pair a visit with other stops in central Bengaluru.
What can you see inside and around the palace?
Bangalore Palace combines architectural features inspired by Windsor Castle with carved woodwork, historic furnishings and gardens around the building.
Reverend J. Garrett built the palace in 1878, and Maharaja Chamarajendra Wadiyar later purchased it. The design draws inspiration from Windsor Castle in England. Look for the fortified towers, turrets, battlements and arches, as well as wooden carvings, vintage furniture, paintings and royal portraits.
Carved wooden features appear both inside and outside the palace, with gardens surrounding it. The courtyard hosts concerts, exhibitions and cultural events, though an event may affect access on a particular day.
An audio tour lasting one hour is available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Hindi and Kannada. Allow 2 to 3 hours for the palace’s features and the tour.
How much are Bangalore Palace tickets?
Entry fees are ₹240 for Indian visitors and ₹460 for foreign visitors. A camera costs an additional ₹675, and an audio guide costs ₹230.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00–17:30
- Monday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Prices and entry arrangements can change. Entry may be restricted when the palace is booked for a private event, so check for access information before you set out.
What are Bangalore Palace’s hours?
Published hours are daily from 10:00 a.m. to either 5:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m., depending on the source.
Allow 2 to 3 hours for your visit, and plan around the earlier published closing time if you want a buffer. Hours, prices and access can change, so check the official site before you go.
How do you get to Bangalore Palace from Majestic?
Bangalore Palace is 4.7 km from Kempegowda Bus Station in Majestic. The distance from Bengaluru City railway station to the palace is 5.6 km.
If you’re travelling through Majestic, the metro, train and bus connections in Majestic can help you plan how to continue your journey. Check your preferred transport option for the route and current service details before travelling.
FAQs
How long should you allow for Bangalore Palace?
Allow 2 to 3 hours for a visit. The audio tour itself lasts one hour.
What languages are available for the audio tour?
The one-hour audio tour is available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Hindi and Kannada.
Can you visit Bangalore Palace every day?
Published hours describe daily visiting, but entry may be restricted when the palace is booked for a private event. Confirm access before your visit.
What is the palace known for?
Its features include towers, turrets, battlements, arches, wooden carvings, vintage furniture, paintings and royal portraits.