Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore
Lalbagh Botanical Garden is a plethora of rare flowers and trees which was commissioned to start under the governance of Hyder Ali. The garden is spread over an area of 240 acres and was an inspired concept from the gardens of Sira in the Tumkur District. Tipu Sultan imported flowers for display in the garden from France, Persia, and Arab which was a rare sighting in India. Lalbagh Botanical Garden is now a hotspot for tourists who visit Bangalore. It also attracts lakhs of people from all around the country during the time of the flower show.
How to reach Lalbagh Botanical Garden
There are bus shuttles running between the garden and the airport often. Lalbagh is well connected to almost all places in Bangalore hence taking the State-Run Bus would be a more economical option. Lalbagh also has sufficient parking space in case you plan to drive your own vehicle there.
Distance from nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport is 38.8kms away.
Best time to visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden
The best time to visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden is during the pleasant season of winter that falls between the months of November to March in Bangalore. The garden remains open throughout the year but becomes undesirable during the summer months because of the heat. The flower show takes place in the months of January and August, hence plan your visits during those to get a glimpse of the spectacular show.
Timings to visit the Lalbagh Botanical Garden
9:00 am – 6:00 pm (All days of the week)
Entry Fee to visit the Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Adult: INR 20
Child: INR 10
Tips for visiting the Lalbagh Botanical Garden
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as you will have a lot of walking to do.
- The garden has been very well maintained for many years. Hence littering is strictly prohibited
- The tickets for the flower show can be bought online to avoid last-minute hassle
Guides are available at the entrance of the garden. Make use of them to know more about the garden and its specialties.
