The fourth in our ‘Live like a local’ series that tries to give you the insider scoop to what the long term residents love about their city. Read our Mumbai and Delhi posts also!
Where to stay in Bangalore?
Villa Camelot. Hosts Yamini and Raghu will offer you more hospitality than the average Bangalorean is used to, but their cosy three-storey in Whitefield blends in seamlessly with the homes of the upper-middle class that bought up the plots when the city was still young.
Where to go in Bangalore?
What to say in Bangalore?
Bonus tips:
- If your auto driver won’t use the meter, get out. Radio cabs are a much safer bet, they cost the same for none of the hassles
- If you want to start a conversation with a local, compliment the weather. They will embrace you as one of their own
Frequently Asked Questions
While areas like Koramangala and Indiranagar are popular expat and young professional hubs, consider areas like Basavanagudi, Malleswaram, Jayanagar, and even parts of old Bangalore like Chickpet for a more authentic local feel. These areas retain a strong sense of community and tradition.
Visit local markets like KR Market or Malleswaram Market early in the morning. Attend a Carnatic music or Bharatanatyam performance. Spend time in parks like Lalbagh or Cubbon Park where locals relax. Take a ride on the Bangalore Metro to see how locals commute. Visit local temples like the Bull Temple or ISKCON.
Bangalore is a foodie’s paradise! Don’t miss masala dosa (try Vidyarthi Bhavan in Basavanagudi or CTR in Malleswaram), idli-vada (many darshinis like Brahmins’ Coffee Bar), benne dosa (Davanagere Benne Dosa in various locations), bisibele bath (MTR), and filter coffee.
Heavy traffic jam is one of the biggest disadvantages of living in Bangalore. With the growing population, traffic congestion continues to increase, resulting in delays and longer commute times.
Bangalore has many fun things to do. You can find most locals relaxing in Cubbon Park and Lalbagh, visiting Bangalore Palace, Bannerghatta National Park, Aquarium Paradise or Nandi Hills, or enjoying at cafes, restaurants, and breweries.
Technically speaking, Bangalore is safe for outsiders, but scams are an issue in the city. Taxi scams, vendors selling you goods for a high price, and pickpocketing are a few issues in Bangalore.
If you have no money, visit Cubbon Park, Bull Temple, Sankey Tank, Rangoli Metro Art Center, and St Mary’s Basilica, or stroll along MG Road, Commercial Street, and Church Street.
There are many things you can do in Bangalore alone, such as attending a play, fairs, or exhibitions, visiting bookstores and art galleries, go for morning walks, jogs, or cycling, explore the bustling markets, or go to the many cafes and restaurants in the city.
About Harsh Sonawala
Harsh Sonawala is the co founder of India Someday and since his childhood, he has travelled to different parts of India and the world. The thrill of travelling and sharing his experiences with others was the reason behind starting India Someday. Other than the office where he is conjuring up marketing ideas, he can be found scuba diving in the Andamans or relaxing in a chalet in the Himalayas.
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Its a very useful post for tourists coming to bangalore , Awesome pics shared, thanks for sharing the post among your readers..
Hello Indiasomeday Team.
I came to Bangalore few months back. I must say its a dream place. Here are few points i like to mention about bangalore.
1. Bangalore has an awesome climate.
2. A very good Industry for job seekers.
3. All the facilities you would expect in metro.
4. Finally kind hearted people