Cubbon Park & Vidhana Soudha
About
Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha show two completely different sides of Bangalore standing right next to each other. One feels calm and shaded under giant rain trees, while the other rises with grand stone pillars and glowing lights that make the city feel larger than life after sunset. Early mornings at Cubbon Park are filled with cyclists, dog walkers, and the smell of fresh rain on red pathways. A short walk away, Vidhana Soudha brings out the city’s iconic skyline, especially when the building lights up in the evening. Among the many Bangalore places to visit, this stretch captures the city best. It blends greenery, history, and the fast-moving energy people notice soon after landing at Bangalore airport. While Bangalore Palace reflects royal history, Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha reveal the everyday soul of Bangalore.
Highlights
What makes this place special
Vidhana Soudha
The 1956 granite legislature building, designed in Neo Dravidian style, is the largest structure of its kind in India and is illuminated spectacularly on state holidays, drawing visitors from across Bangalore.
Bandstand Walking Loop
A 2 km walking loop around the Cubbon Park bandstand is a favourite among residents, with thousands of Bangaloreans gathering each morning for walks, jogging, and exercise, making it one of the most loved Bangalore places to visit.
Things to Know
- •Free access
- •Closed to cars Sundays
- •Museum open 10 AM-5 PM
- •Vidhana Soudha exterior viewing only
- •Best in early morning
