The olden day suburb now at the heart of the city, Malleswaram evokes a strong sense of nostalgia and curiosity among Bangaloreans and outsiders alike. A large modern mall and the typically South Indian street shopping side-by-side, Malleswaran presents to you a quintessential slice of the south Indian life, modern and age-old.
Malleswaram was visualised and built as a suburb, where the blue collar middle-class stayed, far enough from the central business district of the day, but close enough to take a short ride by horse carriage, or in rare cases by car. As employees of the British government or the Mysore Raj, or researchers and scientists at the IISc, the early inhabitants of Malleswaran tended to be upper-middle-class, mostly Brahmins, Bharatanatyam patrons, the influence of which can be seen to this day.
Exploring this authentically South Indian Malleshwaram, this walk take you through delights of south Indian life:
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:30 AM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 12–70)
$58
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $64.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Malleshwaram Walk
Itinerary
Kadu Malleshwara Temple
60 min
Ancient temples, history of the layout, inscriptions, a glimpse into the culture of South India
What's included
Included
Breakfast
Not included
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
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How it compares in Bangalore
Starting price $58 is 17% above the typical $50 for tours of similar length in Bangalore
Excurgo comparison of 371 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Malleshwaram Walk take?
Malleshwaram Walk lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Malleshwaram Walk cost?
Prices start at $58 per person for this Bangalore experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $64. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Malleshwaram Walk run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
Can I cancel Malleshwaram Walk for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Malleshwaram Walk offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Malleshwaram Walk worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Unhurried.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Trek37110955473
March 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Discover a new side of Bengalore
I had a very lovely afternoon with Vidya. She has such a great personality, she's super friendly and very knowledgable, I learned a lot about Bengalore and Indian culture during this tour! I highly recommend it to see a different side of Bengalore than the usual tours.
Starting time was flexible, which is very convenient with the unexpected Bengalore traffic, I really appreciated that.
Operator response
Hi,
Thank you for such a lovely feedback for Vidya. She's a gem. Hope to see you again in Bangalore and on one of our Unhurried tours.
Cheers,
Poornima
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Passport02540789777
February 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Insightful experience, absolutely enjoyed my time with having Vidya show us around.
Enjoyed my time walking around the streets of Malleswaram, it was great getting to know history, culture and heritage of the place.
Operator response
Hi,
Thank you for such a warm review for my colleague, Vidya. Hope to see you again on another Unhurried journey.
regards
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Compass37076557130
January 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great intro to Bengaluru
We had a great time with Sita this afternoon and gained a good understanding of the background of the area. We saw inside several signicant places that we would have just walked past withour our lovely guide. Sitar took the trouble to find out about us and the stories and information she shared gave us a real insight into this special area of the city. Big thanks
Operator response
Thank you for such a lovely review for our colleague Sita. Hope to see you again on another Unhurried tour with us
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929carolp
January 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect morning
Unhurried helpfully organised a tour for me at very short notice and I’m so happy they did. My guide, Poornima, had grown up in this part of Bengaluru and knew it inside out. But not only was she full of stories of that neighbourhood, she was able to explain a lot about the history of the area and city generally - architecture, archeology and religion. We had a wonderful gentle morning strolling around the neighbourhood and sampling wonderful snacks including best idli ever. I could not think of a better way to spend a morning in Bengaluru. Thanks so much!
Operator response
Dear Carol,
Thank you so much for this awesome review. Look forward to your next visit to Bengaluru & hopefully a trip beyond the city.
regards,
Poornima
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scottybob856
December 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour of an authentic Bangalore neighbourhood
Really interesting and relaxed tour of a lovely part of Bangalore - Malleswaram. Poornima was a helpful and knowledgeable tour guide. I also enjoyed the snacks along the way
Operator response
Thank you for such warm words. I enjoyed doing the Malleswaram tour for you. It's one of my favourites too. Look forward to your next visit to the city.
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Escape52517102641
July 9, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing and educational tour
Vidya was a great guide! She probably knows everything there is to know about the area - both historical and current developments. With her open-minded and friendly manner, she shares her knowledge with you, showing you the temples and other interesting buildings and streets, including a snack break. At the end, you feel like you've learnt a lot while chatting with a friend. Definitely recommended!
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you for such a glowing review for Vidya. We are glad to have given you a great tour. We look forward to meet you again and organise more such Unhurried tours
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Tourist24279123104
April 27, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A gem of an experience
We were promptly greeted by Vidya Neel and were educated on Indian temple design, the various facets of Hinduism and the history of Bangalore.
I particularly relish the experience of sipping a cup of filter coffee (piping hot) amongst the locals.
My colleagues and I discussed various topics (philosophy, politics, progress in India, life) with Vidya and learnt more about the Indian psyche - delightful company.
Highly recommend.
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you for such warm words. We look forward to conducting more such walks & tours for you on your next visit.
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