On a walk through Bengaluru’s civic district, Cubbon Park offers a green pause among the city’s public institutions. Officially called Sri Chamarajendra Park, this historic public park is a place to wander or take a break between nearby sights.
- Location: Bengaluru’s Central Administrative Area
- Metro: Cubbon Park Metro Station is about 450 m from the Kasturba Road entrance
- General park hours: 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; Mondays and the second Tuesdays of the month are closure days
Finding Cubbon Park and its entrances
Cubbon Park sits in central Bengaluru, and its Kasturba Road entrance is the clearest access point in the transport details. The park’s full official name is Sri Chamarajendra Park, though Cubbon Park is the name commonly used.
Cubbon Park Metro Station on the Purple Line is approximately 450 m from the Kasturba Road entrance. Vidhana Soudha Metro Station is another option for access near the park’s north side. For accommodation in the city, see a three-star hotel in Bengaluru.
The park’s history reaches back to 1870, when John Meade, then Acting Commissioner of Mysore, established it. Major General Richard Sankey conceived its landscape. First called Meade’s Park, it was renamed Sri Chamarajendra Park in 1927 to mark the silver jubilee of Krishnaraja Wodeyar’s rule in Mysore State.
Walking routes through the park
Cubbon Park’s central location makes it possible to combine a park walk with the surrounding civic area. The park provides a setting for Vidhana Soudha, the Karnataka High Court buildings (Attara Kacheri), and other organisations within and along its perimeter.
From J.P. Cordial, Bangalore city centre is about 24 minutes on foot or 10 minutes by car; pair a city-centre visit with a walk in Cubbon Park and a stop at nearby Vidhana Soudha.
The park’s nearby Government Museum and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium are among the attractions identified within approximately 1–4 km. A one-day route through central Bengaluru can help you place the park alongside other city stops.
Landmarks around the park
Vidhana Soudha and the Karnataka High Court buildings are among the most prominent civic landmarks within or along Cubbon Park’s perimeter. The park’s setting links these public institutions with its green grounds.
The Government Museum and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium are also nearby attractions, approximately 1–4 km from the park. For a different green-space stop in the city, Freedom Park in Bengaluru is another landmark to consider.
Rules, access and visiting times
Karnataka Tourism gives Cubbon Park’s general hours as 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, with Mondays and the second Tuesdays of the month as closure days. Vehicle access on selected internal roads is restricted during morning walker hours, 5:00 AM–8:00 AM, and on Sundays and public holidays.
Paid parking is available near Kasturba Road and Bal Bhavan. Access restrictions may affect selected internal roads, so check the official site before you go.
The Bangalore Aquarium is open 10:00 AM–5:30 PM, closing Mondays and the second Tuesdays of the month; Jawahar Bal Bhavan is open 10:30 AM–6:00 PM and closed Thursdays. The State Archaeological Museum and Venkatappa Art Gallery are open 10:00 AM–5:00 PM and closed Mondays.
How do you get to Cubbon Park from Majestic?
From Majestic, you can travel to Cubbon Park by metro or use the area’s bus and rail connections to plan the rest of your journey. Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) is 3.0 km from the park and Bangalore City Railway Station is 2.5 km away.
For metro access, Cubbon Park station serves the Purple Line and is about 450 m from the Kasturba Road entrance. Vidhana Soudha station is an alternative for the park’s north side. If you are arranging a connection through Majestic, this guide to metro, trains and buses around Majestic covers the transport hub.
FAQs
What is Cubbon Park’s official name?
Its official name is Sri Chamarajendra Park. The grounds were established in 1870 and renamed in 1927.
Which metro station is closest to the Kasturba Road entrance?
Cubbon Park Metro Station on the Purple Line is approximately 450 m from the entrance. Vidhana Soudha Metro Station is an alternative near the park’s north side.
When is Cubbon Park open?
General hours are 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, with closure days on Mondays and the second Tuesdays of the month. Check the official site before visiting, as schedules can change.