Mysuru Palace

Mysuru Palace

Mysuru Palace
4.4
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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This 1912 structure is one of the largest palaces in the country and contains art from around the world.
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  • Marine
    3 contributions
    3 of 5 bubbles
    Of course, the palace is beautiful. Expect a high price for India, 1000 rupees for foreigners, it can be expensive when you are traveling!! For this price we're at least waiting to know a little more. There is no explanation, free wifi does not work and the application for audio guide is not available for foreign laptops, no brochure is provided, the site explains a little but without more .. It's a shame, because it's a moderate justification for the price.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 21, 2024
  • Marc Ollosson
    Norfolk, United Kingdom1,482 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    The shock came finding out when we arrived that the entry had gone from Rs200 for foreigners to Rs1000 for 2025 This could hammer some travellers budgets if unaware. Was it worth it? Have to be honest yes it was, every single rupee. Stunning building and grounds. Refreshments inside are not badly priced. You have to leave shoes at desk, you might be called forward to slip the queue...it'll cost you a tip but it's worth it. Sound and light show was Rs120. Be warned exact money only as you'll get no change. Sound and light show was poor sound but again worth every rupee to see the building lit up. Highly recommended
    Visited January 2025
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 9, 2025
  • 19Eric57
    Uccle, Belgium2,841 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    It is a royal and official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty (former Maharajas of Mysore). It is also the seat of the kingdom of Mysore. This palace has Indo-Saracenic architecture, combining elements of different styles. It was built between 1897 and 1912, after an old wooden palace was destroyed by fire. The building is illuminated every Sunday at nightfall. Allow 2 hours for a thorough tour.
    Visited February 2025
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 1, 2025
  • Jagan5577
    Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), India275 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    An amazing architectural wonder built in the era of Wadeyar dynasty. The palace is maintained very well by the authorities. Lots of antiques and other valuables can be seen inside the palace. A very large garden in front of the palace is well maintained. I felt that the light and sound shows on the weekend days could be arranged better than now.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 4, 2024
  • Sherpa36212726028
    2 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    Mysore palace was an incredible experience. The palac architecture is stunning with interiors are lavish. The palace grounds are well maintained and add to the grandeur. The lighting was good it was looking good at night the whole city was the streets were lit up it was good experience
    Visited October 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written December 16, 2024
  • GK
    Mumbai, India141 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful place to visit with the family. This place has a very historic significance in Mysuru and it's a 19th century marvel. If you have to see the entire palace and everything inside, you need at least 3 hours. We visited on a weekend, which was very crowded. Weekdays will be better to visit and less crowded.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written October 27, 2024
  • arul1959
    Wellington, New Zealand110 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    This is amazing experience. Photography and videos are allowed inside the palace. Unbelievable architecture. If you visit Bangalore must see please. Mysuru is bout 150 km from Bangalore. Express way (toll road) will take you in 2 hours. Attached phots will give you an idea.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 25, 2024
  • chithracb
    Bengaluru, India949 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    This is a must visit while you are in Mysore. The entry ticket is Rs.100/= per head. You shall buy it going there,.no Q. Preserve the ticket,.sometimes they chk while exiting. Shoes/chappals nit allowed inside. They collect rs2/= per pair to keep it(they collect physical cash,no Gpay etc). The day when we went there was medium rush....First you shall visit the Varahaswami temple & Sri Prasanna Krishnaswami temple. Then proceed to see the palace. Really amazing architecture,Well maintained and one shall imagine the life of royals. Take time to admire the beauty of the paintings. One may need 1 to 2 hours to cover the entire place. Pure drinking water facility is there. Mobile, photography allowed inside the palace and not inside the temples.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written June 25, 2024
  • mini j
    Bengaluru, India6 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    Its a very beautiful palace in the heart of the city, neatly maintained. Amazing wall paintings, pictures and antique stuff. It is a must visit place. They have proper parking space for vehicles. Entry fee is very nominal. It is open all days and they have one hour illumination of entire palace every Sunday 7-8 pm. Entry is free at that time (not inside the palace) and its a must watch.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written March 27, 2024
  • CLW
    40 contributions
    5 of 5 bubbles
    The architecture is beautiful. You pay more than locals for entry, but that’s fair really isn’t it. About £10 each. It’s pleasant to walk around and we went back for the light and sound show which was good. The Swarmy temple on the way out is worth a visit too.
    Visited January 2025
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 1, 2025
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Vinz
7 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Family
The light and sound show in English language will start between 7:00 to 7:45 PM on Thursday to Saturday.For Monday to wednesday the show will be in Kannada language at the same timings.
No light and sound show on Sundays but Palace lights will be turned on from 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM.

Tickets for the light and sound show is issued from Varaha Gate counter(South side) from 6:30 PM. Lots of parking space is available at this gate. The ticket cost was Rs 120/adult and 50/kid for the English language show, only cash will be accepted at ticket counter keep sufficient change with you and be in queue by 6:00 PM to avoid waiting in long queue.
After buying tickets take entry from through Varaha gate walk staright turn right, then left where lot of chairs are available facing to front side of Palace. Get seated where ever you like. Show starts exactly at 7:00 PM.
The show started promising with minimum lights and sound displayed over palace, 400 years history of Mysuru is played during the show.
7:45 PM the show ends and full Palace lights will be turned on for 05-10 Min. Its worth the wait enjoy the magestic palace in full illumination.
Ensure to capture some awesome pics with the magestic illuminated palace in the background.
Written March 6, 2023
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travelonrepeat_please
Pune, India95 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023
We visited the palace on Saturday morning and due to weekend it was extremely crowded. So first of all my suggestion would be if possible, go on a weekday. The palace is huge, beautiful, well maintained. The carvings on doors, the elegant ceilings, beautiful statues will take your heart away if you are a history person and admirer of beauty. Entry tickets costs Rs. 100 per person for an adult and they charge Rs. 2 per pair of shoes at shoe stand. There are fixed rates for guides which is Rs. 300 but we felt it wasn't worth it. They are in a hurry, history told by them is something if you read once on google you will know. If you are looking for a detailed knowledge, explanation about things then these guides may not be very useful. Although, they will definitely tell you the perfect spot from where to click photos. Overall a beautiful place and must not be missed when in Mysuru. You can also attend Light & Sound show in the evening.
Written July 6, 2023
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Jane C
49 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
I'm a little confused about the previous reviews, but maybe some things have changed since those are written. You definitely do not need a tour guide between your phone and the explanatory signage, it is all pretty clear. We do not have any problems purchasing tickets. The grounds are not extraordinary but a very nice place to take a stroll. The Palace museum was drop dead Beautiful. The paintings of the procession were incredible. So far this is the most beautiful thing I've seen in India. It is well maintained. There are school groups who will want to talk to you and take your picture if you are a foreigner. Very sweet. If you do not like that, you just hang back for a few minutes and they move on pretty quickly. It took us about 1.5 hours to stroll the grounds and see the museum. We went at approximately 3 in the afternoon and it was not real crowded.
Written January 10, 2024
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Daryl T
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2025 • Couples
We did the English evening sound and light show. Unable to hear much of the commentary due to poor sound system. After around 30 minutes many people left. English is my first language. Many who’s English was there second language had no chance of understanding. The illumination at the end was beautiful.
Written February 8, 2025
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Sangeetha Anbalagan
Bengaluru, India1,789 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022
On 11th Sep'22, myself with my hubby & son got to visit Mysuru palace. Entrance ticket was Rs.100 per head for adults.

This palace was used to be the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysuru. It is one of the most beautiful architectures in India. Wooden carvings & other vintage items displayed there really exhibit the richness of the Emperor.

It's a well maintained Magnificent place & a must Visit destination. It will take minimum 3-4 hours to view the palace. Lightings are available at evenings only during Sunday but not on weekdays.

Great monument & a must visit destination.
Written September 27, 2022
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Karl L
Brooksville, Florida, United States192 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Couples
Probably better if you are Indian. The palace itself is nice, though not amazing, but their attempts to strongarm us into getting a local guide were over the top. We finally relented and for 300 rupees he focused on reading the signs to us and getting us through as fast as he could, totally diminishing the experience. What a terrible bother as the locals try to extract a "white tax" from us.
Written February 21, 2023
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Love to Travel
Potters Bar, UK813 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Friends
Visited on a Wednesday in December, this seems to be a very popular time for school visits.
It was lovely to see all the people enjoying the Palace and to be able to interact with them. I must admit that I paid little attention to the guide preferring instead to marvel at the architecture, the intricate work in the carvings and the beautiful paintings.

Sorry to all the history buffs out there, but dates and names just aren't my thing

You have to take your shoes off to enter the Palace
Written December 7, 2022
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Murali U
Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates66 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021
Visited the Mysuru palace during the year end. You can enter the palace after 5.30 pm wherein ticket counters are closed for viewing inside the palace and to tickets required for the flower show.
The artifact of Ayodhya temple and elephants decorated in beautiful coloured flowers is worth to watch. You need at least an hour to watch the entire flower show and by 7 pm the Mysore Palace lighting happens which is a treat for the eyes at night.
Travelers need to visit during Dec/Jan to get the flower show viewing and for the rest of the seasons there is laser show which is temporarily closed due to flower show.
Written January 16, 2022
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lucy_moorefox
Dublin, Ireland59 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Solo
I visited the Mysore City Palace (there are a number of palaces in Mysore - this is the really famous one). Completed in 1912, after an earlier structure burned down, this Palace has stood the test of both time & literally millions of visitors. I arrived during the Xmas holiday season & the place was heaving with school tour groups! Things calmed down a bit by late afternoon &, accompanied by my guide Ragu, we queued and entered the Palace interior. It was well worth it! Photography is allowed, but you need to leave your shoes outside in a numbered shoe bag. The Marriage Pavillion, public meeting hall & private meeting hall are all incredible! I love how they tried to be inclusive in the design - Indo-Sarcenic, classical European and Islamic features are all beautifully coordinated. The solid gold howdah has such intricate decoration, along with the whisks, which have thin strands of ivory in place of hairs! There is a lavishly decorated silver door for the entrance for the Maharajah only. The Royal Family still live in one of the wings & that remains private. If you don't want to queue & brave the crowds, then you can wander around outside for free.
Written December 29, 2022
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Sai N
Perth, Australia25 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Family
Go for a guide , the 300 rs is worth it ..otherwise it’s hard to understand the exhibits and get the info and context. We paid a few more for him to take pics, again worth it in my opinion. Overall the palace has so much to offer rich history and exhibits , was a good experience. Don’t miss out the shiva temple near the gate, it is an ancient monument and we found it very peaceful and positive. The light and sound show at 7 pm was in Kannada which we couldn’t understand , there are shows in English but on some specific days only. So bit underwhelming for us since we didn’t understand.
Written January 10, 2024
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