Garden & Parks in Bangalore for a Natural Retreat

This park in Bangalore is a major sightseeing attraction, with 300 acres of green foliage. Having been laid down by Lord Cubbon, it is an ideal place for nature lovers an those seeking a calm atmosphere. It features a bandstand that hosts concerts. The Bangalore Aquarium is also situated in this park, and is a must-visit area in Bengaluru, being the second largest aquarium in India.

Timings: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

This botanical garden in Bangalore is a haven for all nature lovers. It was commissioned by Hyder Ali in 1760 and completed by Tipu Sultan, with a spread of 240 acres. The garden features rare plants of French, Persian and Afghani origin and has attained the status of a Government Botanical Garden. The Lal Bagh Rock which is over 3000 million years old is found here and is a major tourist attraction.

Timings : 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Lumbini Gardens, situated in Nagavara, Bangalore, is a serene and beautifully landscaped public park surrounding the Nagawara Lake. Offering a peaceful retreat, the park features lush greenery, walking paths, and recreational activities, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a tranquil escape in the bustling city.

Timings : 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

On the 25th of November, 2006, India's first butterfly enclosure was inaugurated in the premises of Bannerghatta National Park. The beautiful park in Bangalore covers an area of 7.5 acres and has a museum, conservatory and an audiovisual room. The conservatory can house about twenty species of butterflies and has its own artificial ecosystem that provides the perfect conditions for them to thrive and flourish.

Timings: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

The Big Banyan Tree or locally called as the Dodda Alada Mara is a 400-year-old banyan tree in the village of Kethohalli near Bangalore. Sprawling over a vast 3 acres of land, the tree is one of the largest of its kind. It is one of the parks in Bangalore which is also a great picnic spot.

Timings : 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Created in 1995 by B. N. A. Technology Consulting Limited, Hong Kong, Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain is probably the most technically advanced and one of the biggest artificially created fountains in India. Located on T. Chowdaiah Road, the enthralling fountain park in Bangalore has been based on multimedia technology, MIDI interfaces and hardware architecture.

Timings : 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Situated on the Cubbon Road in Shivaji Nagar, Bangalore, Cariappa Memorial Park is dedicated to the Indian Armed Force Officer- Field Marshal K M Cariappa. Sprawling over 22 acres, the highlight of the park is its military theme. It is divided into six zones- burma bridges, tunnels, playarea, waterfalls etc.

Timings: 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM

JP Park, also known as Jayaprakash Narayan Biodiversity Park, is situated in Mathikere in Bangalore. Spread over 25 acres of land, this park in Bangalore houses four lakes in addition to rich and plentiful flora and fauna. Besides, it also has a nature house, an amphitheatre and an exhibition plaza.

Timings : 5:00 AM -9:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The former prison known as Central Jail has been revamped and reformed as a park in Bangalore. Inaugurated to the public in November 2008, the park has a library, a joggers' stretch, a children's play area and a part of it has been dedicated for holding protests. It also has brilliant sculptures of olden days prisoners.

Timings : 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

M N Krishna Rao Park is situated in Dewan Madhava Rao Road, Basavanagudi in Bangalore. Only a little distance away from Lalbagh Botanical Garden, the park houses umpteen ancient trees. These trees are the highlight of the park which improves the aesthetics of the park with their beautiful canopy. This park in Bangalore also hosts Neralu Tree Festival every year.

Timings : 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Situated in N R Colony, Basavanagudi in Bangalore, Bugle Rock Park is famous for the central rock formed through geological changes over the years. Besides scientists and regular geologists, the park experiences a regular influx of tourists. There is also a watchtower that offer a bird's eye view of the city.

Timings : 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Located in Marathahalli in Bangalore, Chinnapanahalli Lake park in Bangalore is based around the Chinnapanahalli Lake with well paved walkways and ample plants and trees. There is also a kid's play area with umpteen swings which is packed in the evenings.

Timings: 5:00 AM –10:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Jayamahal Park is situated in Jayamahal Extension, Bangalore. With a plethora of swings, well-paved pathways, fountains, sculptures, sturdy benches and a lot of plants and trees, this park in Bangalore is a common favourite among the adults and kids alike.

Timings : 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Located in Jayanagar, Ranadheera Kanteerava Park is one of the most popular and well-maintained parks in Bangalore. It has several sculptures of ancient rulers and kings, in addition to an open gym available for both men and women. The park also has notes of the poetry of various famous Kannada poets.

Timings : 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Mahatma Gandhi park in Bangalore is situated in Shivaji Nagar and is dedicated to the Father of Our Nation- Mahatma Gandhi. Replete with fountains and benches and play area, the park also houses several sculptures of Bapu in his famous postures.

Timings: 09:00 AM to 08:00 PM

Nandavana Children's Park is situated in JP Nagar in Bangalore. Especially designed for the kids, the park has a play pen, sand pit, swings and a rock climbing wall. Replete with fountains and walkways, it is also pretty popular among adults.

Timings : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM