Srirangapatna

Getting there

By train 1 Shrirangapattana SWR . (updated Apr 2026)

By bus Srirangapatna is 19 km from Mysore. Buses are available from Mysore from 7AM to 8PM. The last bus returns to Mysore by 9PM. Look for bus No. 313, which takes 30 minutes or bus No. 307, which takes 40 minutes. Air-conditioned Volvo buses charge ₹32. Most of the trains that ply from Bangalore to Mysore stop here. However, it is recommended that you take an early morning train, as this gives an ample window to explore the place.

Getting around

Autos can be hired from near the bus stand, taxis are available too. Most of them understand Hindi or English, so get hold of someone who does. For a predetermined price, they will take you to most of the places of interest. Price, as almost always in India, is negotiable, so ask 3-4 persons before deciding. Walking is another good option; maps and signposts abound, so getting around should not be difficult.

See

1 Daria Daulat Bagh (Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan). This is the biggest attraction. Entrance from 9AM to 4PM. It was constructed in 1784 and is made of teak. Today, it is a museum devoted to Tipu Sultan. The palace is surrounded by a big garden and a green lawn. (updated Apr 2026) 2 Gumbaz. closes by 6PM. This tomb and mosque were built by Tipu Sultan as a tribute to his illustrious father Hyder Ali (1722 - 1784), after his death. The dome is at the eastern extreme of Srirangapatna. It enshrines the cenotaphs of Hyder Ali, his wife Fakr-Un-Nisa and Tipu Sultan, after he died in 1799. Very beautiful tomb, mosque and many gardens. (updated Apr 2026) Sangama. Confluence of holy rivers. Coracle riding facility. Very green surroundings. Salted fruits are available. (updated Apr 2026) Karighatta Viewpoint, 5 km on Bannu Road. Beautiful viewpoint and ancient temple 2,697 feet above sea level. (updated Jan 2017) Nimishamba Bridge, 5 km on Gumbaz Road. Beautiful surroundings with an ancient temple. Cute cafe in the middle of sugarcane fields. (updated Jan 2017) Abbe Dubois Church (St.Mary's School), Gumbaz Road. Beautiful church built in 1802. (updated Jan 2017)

Tipu Sultan Fort 3 Tipu Sultan Fort (Srirangapatna Fort). Built by the Timmanna Nayaka in 1454 (updated Apr 2026) 4 Ranganathaswamy Temple. Temple of Lord Vishnu in the sleeping posture on the great snake Ananta is one of the largest temples in the state. 5 Colonel Bailey's Dungeon. The dungeon used by Tipu Sultan to imprison the British officers who were captured during the Anglo-Mysore Wars. It is said that the prisoners were tied to fixtures in the stone slab of the dungeon and were immersed in water up to their necks. The dungeon is named after Colonel William Bailey (Baillie) who fell into Tipu's hands in the Second Anglo-Mysore War in 1780, and spent several months in the inhumane conditions till his death in 1782. (updated Apr 2026) 6 Thomas Inman's Dungeon. Yet another dungeon used to imprison capture

Do

Picnic @ Summer Palace lawns. The lawns of the summer palace are extremely spacious and peaceful. Ideal for a picnic. There are many big trees giving a lot of shade. Many visitors to Mysore have described this lawn as the best experience in Mysore because of the peaceful atmosphere and the pretty picture postcard-like surroundings. (updated Jun 2015) Riverside Park near Hale Sethway. Take the third left street on the right side of the KSRTC bus station. The road goes to Wellesley Bridge and there is a cute little seating place just before the bridge. The seats are arranged before the Anjaneya Swamy Temple. Very peaceful place to watch the river and the traffic on the new bridge on the Bangalore Road. You can comfortably spend one or two hours here. Not very sunny even in the afternoons. (updated Jan 2017) Trekking on Railway Station Road. The front and back sides of the railway station are suitable for silent walking as they are not touristy places. The railway station itself is very silent as it is not used by the tourists. (updated Jan 2017) Sitting at Juma Masjidh Junction (one km). The Juma Masjidh Junction has beautiful stone seats which are suitable for sitting and enjoying the lifestyle of the local people. This junction also has two temples. Being not part of the major trail, you will get some peace of mind here. (updated Jan 2017) Quad Bike Rides, Gumbaz area. ₹150 for one round. The track on the opposite of the first parking lot. (updated Jan 2017) Coracle Rides, At Sangamam 1 km from Gumbaz. (updated Jan 2017)

Buy

Souvenirs. There are some small stalls selling souvenirs and cheap antique gifts. The best shops are near the Rangaswamy Temple (updated Jun 2015) Juma Masjidh area. Juma Masjidh Main Street is not frequented by tourists, and you will get some peace of mind here. This road is also called Srirangapatna Main Road. Most of the wares on display are meant for local consumption, and so the prices are also very reasonable. The side streets are so narrow that you can have a Moroccan-like souq experience here. (updated Jan 2017)

Eat

Bhuvaneshwari Restaurant, Two km on Bangalore Road. (updated Jan 2017) Vilaasi Grand Restaurant, Two km on Bangalore Road. (updated Jan 2017) Orchid Cafe, On the left side of the Bus Station, ☏ +91 7760010018. Economy restaurant. (updated Jan 2017) Mayura Restauant and Coolbar, on the left side of the bus station. High prices, poor service, no ambience. Big enough to seat 100 people. (updated Jan 2017) Annapoorna Restaurant, on the left side of KSRTC. (updated Jan 2017) Gowda Mane Cafe, On the left side of KSRTC. Near Orchid Cafe.. Economy restaurant that opens by six am. (updated Jan 2017) Bhuvaneshwari Restaurant, Baburayanakopala, Bangalore Road. (updated Mar 2017) Vilaasi Grand, Baburayanakopala, Bangalore Road. (updated Mar 2017)

Drink & nightlife

Alcohol is easily available and carries no stigma in spite of the fact that Srirangapatna is a Muslim-dominated area.

SPR Bar and Restaurant, 1 km on the Bangalore Road. Good garden with no ambience. Food is OK. (updated Jan 2017)

Sleep

1 Hotel Mayura River View, Srirangapatna, Mandya. New Amblee Holiday Resort, 17, Srirangapatna, Mandya-571438, ☏ +91 8236 217474. Tourist Lodge, Near Railway Station, ☏ +91 8236 252343, +91 9741475867. Mr.Kiran ₹500. (updated Dec 2016) Manu Lodge, Northeast of the Bridge (2 km on Bangalore Road). (updated Jan 2017) Orchid Residency, On the left side of the bus station, ☏ +91 7760010018. Basic rooms with hot water only for one hour. Traffic sound is a nuisance. ₹600. (updated Jan 2017) Venketeshwara Lodge, Behind Orchid Cafe, on the left side of KSRTC bus station.. Traffic noise is muffled as the property is 200 meters from the highway. The rooms are big but the toilets are old style. The terrace has good views and enough space for a party of 25 people. ₹400. (updated Jan 2017) Manu Lodge, Baburayanakopala, Bangalore Road. (updated Mar 2017)

Go next

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary — This sanctuary is about 4 km from Srirangapatna. Is home for a wide variety of migratory birds from as far as Siberia, Australia