Mysore Palace + Jaganmohana Art Gallery + Devaraja Market = Mysore Heritage Walk
Overview
This Walking tour covers the three most prominent places of visit in Mysore City - the extravagant Mysore Palace, the treasure trove Jaganmohana Art Gallery and the colorful Devaraja Market, inclusive of all entrance tickets. Mysore, being the cultural capital of Karnataka, is a huge draw among both Indian as well as International tourists. The ambience and vibes of Mysore is best experienced by foot rather than in a moving vehicle. Mysore is known as the City of Palaces owing to its many palatial buildings. Mysore has a unique laid-back charm that is unmatched by other cities in South India. It is also among the cleanest cities in the entire country. To know more about Mysore heritage, its royal lineage, its architecture, its people, its cuisine, its markets, its famous products, etc, join us on this Enchanting, Royal and Imperial Walk!
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery And Auditorium
- Entry/Admission - Mysore Palace
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mysore Palace, Office Of The Deputy Director, Mysuru Palace Board, Mysuru (Mysore) 570001 India
The Govt licensed guide will meet you at the entrance of Varaha South entrance Gate of Mysore Palace. Vehicle parking is available only at this gate while tickets are also sold only here. The Mysore palace is the most extravagant and luxurious palace in South India. It is called the "Versailles" of India. It was built in 1912 in Indo-Saracenic style with the Chief Architect being Henry Irwin, an Englishman. The grandeur of Mysore Palace is such that it is embellished with - tiles from England, marble from Italy, Chandeliers from Czeckoslovakia, cast iron pillars & stained glasses from Scotland, teak wood from Burma, jaguar bronze statues from England, etc. The Mysore palace stands in the middle of a sprawling 45 acres of land which houses many temples as well. It is divided into two halves - one (better) half managed by the State Govt while the other belongs to the royal Wodeyar family. The fame of Mysore palace is such that it attracts more visitors annually than the Taj Mahal!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery And Auditorium, 8J4X+QW5, Jagan Mohan Palace Road, Subbarayanakere, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India
This Palace, built in 1861, is one of the prominent landmarks of Mysore. It currently houses one of the most wonderful collections of paintings from Raja Ravi Verma, Nikolai Roerich, Haldenkar (the famous Lady with the Lamp painting), apart from murals and extraordinary contemporary paintings from famous Indian artists. The Art Gallery also houses exhibits which include weapons of war, classical musical instruments, sculptures, brassware, antique coins, and currencies. A unique artefact exhibited here is a French clock which has a mechanism in which a parade of miniature soldiers is displayed every hour, beating drums marking the seconds, and a bugle marking the minute. Tourists ignore this treasure trove which represents Indian Art and Handicrafts in its abundance.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Devaraja Market, Shivarampet Rd, Mysuru (Mysore) 570001 India
One of the most fascinating visits to South India, especially in the eyes of Western travelers, is this colorful and vibrant market. A visit to this market has become a quintessential part of Mysore itineraries. So much so that sometimes international travelers seem to prefer a visit to this market more than other well-known monuments. This 365-days-a-year market is laid out on a rectangular grid and has separate sections for Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers. It is so photogenic that tourists let loose themselves often forgetting the paths they took. Add to this the street vendors, perfume makers, chai-wallahs, garland makers, color pigment sellers, etc. all vie with each other to garner your attention and sell their wares to you. If ever you want to see a microcosm of India at work, visit a market such as this. Come and experience it yourself!
Duration: 45 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mysore Palace, Office Of The Deputy Director, Mysuru Palace Board, Mysuru (Mysore) 570001 India
The Govt licensed guide will meet you at the entrance of Varaha South entrance Gate of Mysore Palace. Vehicle parking is available only at this gate while tickets are also sold only here. The Mysore palace is the most extravagant and luxurious palace in South India. It is called the "Versailles" of India. It was built in 1912 in Indo-Saracenic style with the Chief Architect being Henry Irwin, an Englishman. The grandeur of Mysore Palace is such that it is embellished with - tiles from England, marble from Italy, Chandeliers from Czeckoslovakia, cast iron pillars & stained glasses from Scotland, teak wood from Burma, jaguar bronze statues from England, etc. The Mysore palace stands in the middle of a sprawling 45 acres of land which houses many temples as well. It is divided into two halves - one (better) half managed by the State Govt while the other belongs to the royal Wodeyar family. The fame of Mysore palace is such that it attracts more visitors annually than the Taj Mahal!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery And Auditorium, 8J4X+QW5, Jagan Mohan Palace Road, Subbarayanakere, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India
This Palace, built in 1861, is one of the prominent landmarks of Mysore. It currently houses one of the most wonderful collections of paintings from Raja Ravi Verma, Nikolai Roerich, Haldenkar (the famous Lady with the Lamp painting), apart from murals and extraordinary contemporary paintings from famous Indian artists. The Art Gallery also houses exhibits which include weapons of war, classical musical instruments, sculptures, brassware, antique coins, and currencies. A unique artefact exhibited here is a French clock which has a mechanism in which a parade of miniature soldiers is displayed every hour, beating drums marking the seconds, and a bugle marking the minute. Tourists ignore this treasure trove which represents Indian Art and Handicrafts in its abundance.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Devaraja Market, Shivarampet Rd, Mysuru (Mysore) 570001 India
One of the most fascinating visits to South India, especially in the eyes of Western travelers, is this colorful and vibrant market. A visit to this market has become a quintessential part of Mysore itineraries. So much so that sometimes international travelers seem to prefer a visit to this market more than other well-known monuments. This 365-days-a-year market is laid out on a rectangular grid and has separate sections for Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers. It is so photogenic that tourists let loose themselves often forgetting the paths they took. Add to this the street vendors, perfume makers, chai-wallahs, garland makers, color pigment sellers, etc. all vie with each other to garner your attention and sell their wares to you. If ever you want to see a microcosm of India at work, visit a market such as this. Come and experience it yourself!
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Prerana_D
February 2023
A highly recommended tour! Firstly, we made a booking for a wrong date by mistake but tour operators were very accommodating in changing the date without additional charges. Secondly, they were punctual and knowledgeable about history of Mysore. They were also funny and able to answer all of ...
A highly recommended tour! Firstly, we made a booking for a wrong date by mistake but tour operators were very accommodating in changing the date without additional charges. Secondly, they were punctual and knowledgeable about history of Mysore. They were also funny and able to answer all of our questions. Lastly, the tour is very well structured and interesting . A great way to get toknow Mysore in a day. We really appreciated the art gallery tour in particular as it didn't seem to be very well known even amongst locals so the crowds were considerably low and the works of art absolutely astounding. Suffice it to so, we really enjoyed our trip to Mysore and all thanks to the wonderful tour guides.NorthStar62776581595
July 2023
The guide Dinesh demonstrated an ample amount of knowledge about the places we have visited and also beyond that! It was a great pleasure to spend time in his company. No need to say anything about the beauty of the Mysuru palace - pictures speak for themselves and say a crore of words. Highly re...
The guide Dinesh demonstrated an ample amount of knowledge about the places we have visited and also beyond that! It was a great pleasure to spend time in his company. No need to say anything about the beauty of the Mysuru palace - pictures speak for themselves and say a crore of words. Highly recommended!Sumeet_S
June 2023
Ramakrishna was a fantastic guide. I learned so much about the history of Mysore palace, it's importance, and lots of stories and details about everything inside the palace too. Everyone was also linked to the Hindhu religion which made the tour even more fascinating. You must do this!
Ramakrishna was a fantastic guide. I learned so much about the history of Mysore palace, it's importance, and lots of stories and details about everything inside the palace too. Everyone was also linked to the Hindhu religion which made the tour even more fascinating. You must do this!sineadgarry
February 2023
Dinesh our guide was really pleasant and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the tour. It would be difficult to navigate all we saw without a guide so it saves a lot of time. He shared so much India history and mythology also. It was perfectly length and content. I think by Indian standards it's exp...
Dinesh our guide was really pleasant and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the tour. It would be difficult to navigate all we saw without a guide so it saves a lot of time. He shared so much India history and mythology also. It was perfectly length and content. I think by Indian standards it's expensive.