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1. Panambur Beach

6 km from city center 1 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Close to the New Mangalore port is the Panambur beach, one of the most loved, pristine, clean beach in the city. The blue skies, sea and sands, get a dash of color during April, as the beach hosts a kite festival.

2. St Aloysius Chapel

5 km from city center 2 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

St Aloysius Chapel is a Catholic Church and a famous attraction set atop the Lighthouse Hill and has a regal look which is breathtaking right from the entrance. The unique wall paintings of St. Aloysius Chapel are stunning and attract visitors in quite a large number.

3. Kadri Manjunath Temple

3 km from city center 3 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Built in 1068, this temple has a Buddhist architectural influence on the basic Vijaynagri style. It is situated at the base of the Kadri hills, the chief deity being Manjunatha.

4. Sultan Battery

5 km from city center 4 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Tipu Sultan constructed this watchtower to keep a lookout for the entry of warships into the Gurpur River. The battery, made from black stones had been given the look of a miniature fortress. Not having withstood the test of time and extreme weather, this tower stands in ruins today.

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5. Kadri Park

3 km from city center 5 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Housing a wide variety of wild animals, this is the largest garden in Mangalore. Rare species of birds, anteaters and various other animals are seen in the animal conservatory. Also, eight tanks of water here can cure skin diseases as per local beliefs.

6. Pilikula Park and Golf Course

4 km from city center 6 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Literally translating into the 'pond of tigers', this one park, can keep everyone busy with a lake with boating facilities, a zoo, an amusement park, a sprawling golf course, a biological park, a science centre, a heritage village and more.

7. Tannirbhavi Beach

5 km from city center 7 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Tannirbhavi Beach is an exotic beach that gets a lot of locals coming out for morning and evening walks. Proper seats and other facilities make the beach a frequently visited attraction. It is crowded often on weekends and public holidays.

8. New Mangalore Port

4 km from city center 8 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

The ninth biggest port in India, this was established in 1974 and is located at the north of the confluence of the Gurupura river with the Arabian Sea. Various imports and exports take place continuously.

9. Rosario Cathedral

7 km from city center 9 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Rosario Cathedral is a 16th-century Roman Catholic church, also called Church of Our Lady of Rosary of Mangalore. It is a magnificent structure with a beautiful interior and one of the few places in Mangalore where one can find peace and tranquillity away from the chaotic city life. The magnificent cross and the dome on the Cathedral are said to be prominent features which are easily visible to the ships approaching the Mangalore Harbour. The Cross is lit every evening and serves as guiding light for fishermen and seamen.

10. Ullal Beach

12 km from city center 10 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Just a little away from the main city of Mangalore, this is a clean, untouched beach, with along with a calm and relaxing time can also provide some adventure and enjoyment, given the water sports facilities here.

11. Milagres Church

5 km from city center 11 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Milagres Church is a late 1600 Roman catholic church and one of the oldest in Dakshina Karnataka dedicated to Church of Our Lady of Miracles. The original church doesn't exist anymore as it was demolished by Tipu Sultan, but a cemetery and a Chapel which was built years later are still present. Followers visit to offer prayers and absorb the tranquil vibe maintained at the Church.

12. Mangaladevi Temple

7 km from city center 12 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Mangaladevi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Mangaladevi, a form of Goddess Shakti or Goddess Durga. The temple is visited by devotees of Durga and it also draws tourists visiting the city in large numbers for its ancient architecture. The Goddess is believed to be highly powerful and fulfils all the wishes asked with a clean soul. The spacious temple complex allows devotees to sit and meditate or chant after offering their prayers to feel rejuvenated and at peace. Those searching for a religious escape must visit the temple and experience its divine vibe.

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13. Surathkal Beach

12 km from city center 13 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

The Surathkal beach lies on the Konkan Coast, south of the tourist trap of Goa, about 13 km from the port city of Mangalore. The Surathkal beach is a prime example of the pristine nature of the coastal delights of India with its endless sheets of shimmering sands on its vast coastline playfully meeting the majestic Arabian Sea.

14. Someshwar Beach

14 km from city center 14 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Located in Ullal in the city of Mangalore, Someshwara Beach is a hidden gem of the city. Encircled by lush green hills and majestic mountains in the backdrop, the beach is synonymous with tranquility, serenity and ataraxy; and, is still unexplored. Boasting of shimmering golden sands, a long and beautiful coastline, the beach is also peppered with rock boulders called Rudra Shile.

15. Sakleshpur

101 km from city center 15 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

There are plethora of hill stations in the state of Karnataka which are perfect for a getaway. Among this is a place named Sakleshpur which is Karnataka’s best kept secret. This quaint hill station is not to be missed out while planning a weekend getaway. This foggy and misty hill station elevated at 950 meters, peacefully lies nestled in the Western Ghats.

16. City Shopping

5 km from city center 16 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

In Mangalore, one can shop for Silk Saris, gold and silver jewellery as well as a number of ivory and sandalwood artifacts.

17. Bejai Museum

3 km from city center 17 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

The Seemanthi Bai Government Museum is located in the heart of the city and is the city's only museum. It has a collection of ancient coins, paintings, statues and inscriptions which display the rich heritage of India.

18. Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple

15 km from city center 18 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Kateel Shri Durgaparameshwari Temple is one of the holiest temples in the region. The major feature of the temple that attracts people in large numbers is that it is situated on an islet in the middle of River Nandini amidst serene natural landscape. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga Parmeshwari and is located at a distance of 27 kilometres from Mangalore. Kateel Shri Durgaparmeshwari Temple is one of the holiest temples in the region. The major feature of the temple that attracts people in large numbers is that it is situated on an islet in the middle of River Nandini amidst serene natural landscape. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga Parmeshwari and is located at a distance of 27 kilometres from Mangalore. The temple offers meal prasadams which is simple yet wholesome and delicious food prepared in hygienic conditions. The devotees have a strong belief in the deity who is considered to be a generous and powerful deity. Fridays, in particular, are considered to be religiously auspicious to offer prayers at Kateel Shri Durgaparmeshwari Temple.

19. Sasihithlu Beach

19 km from city center 19 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

At a distance of 25 kms from Mangalore, in the village of Sasihithlu, Sasihithlu Beach is a gorgeous beach in the state of Karnataka. The beach is the convergence point of the confluence of rivers Nandini and Shambhavi with the Arabian Sea.

20. Pilikula Nisargadhama

5 km from city center 20 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Other than the serene natural landscape, Pilikula Nisargadhama is famous for a number of recreational and infotainment activities like sports and cultural activities. They have a Zoo, Botanical Garden, Science Centre and an Artisan Village.

21. Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple

5 km from city center 21 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple is a famous ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Ganesha. The premise is well maintained and clean which provides for a welcoming and serene atmosphere for the devotees to visit the temple and offer their prayers.

22. Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple

11 km from city center 22 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple is an 8th-century temple dedicated to Shri Rajarajeshwari. The most important feature that draws visitors is the idol of Sri Rajarajeshwari which is made of a type of clay that has medicinal properties. The temple architecture is worth a mention with exquisite wooden carvings of the Hindu Gods and copper plates on the roofs. The entire structure has undergone several renovations through all these years. However, the charm of the deity, her power and the soothing vibe of the temple attracts devotees in large numbers.

23. Forum Fiza Mall

7 km from city center 23 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Forum Fiza Mall is situated in Pandeshwar in Mangalore and is the fourth largest mall in Karnataka. Also known as Forum Mall, it was inaugurated in 2014 and continues to be the favourite hangout place of the localites as well as the tourists.

24. City Centre Mangalore

5 km from city center 24 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Situated on the KS Rao Road in Mangalore, City Centre boasts of being the second-largest mall in the city. The fantastic location of the mall makes it the most popular mall in the city. Replete with a lot of shopping options ranging from clothes to footwear, home decor, appliances and cosmetics, the mall has everything. It has hundreds of big brand outlets, both domestic and international, selling everything of necessity and requirement, all under one roof. In addition to that, the humongous food court caters to all your hunger pangs. They also have fun activities like Horror House, a bowling alley and more.

25. Thousand Pillar Temple

23 km from city center 25 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Also known as the Saavira Kambada Basadi, this is a Jain temple, 1430, located in Moodabidri in Karnataka. It depicts the mighty past of the Jain rulers of Moodabidri. The Temple is dedicated to the 8th Tirthankar Chandraprabha, whose massive 8-foot idol is worshipped in the temple. Obviously, the temple’s talking point is its beautifully carved pillars, standing on mandapas, each narrating a different story of the past. The temple in itself is a 3-storeyed granite structure. It is a must-visit when in Karnataka.

26. Pilikula Science Centre

5 km from city center 26 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Inaugurated in 2014, The Pilikula Regional Science Center in Mangaluru is spread over 10 acres and houses 3 exhibition galleries, an inflatable dome planetarium and also a 3D theatre facility, among other things. Inaugurated in 2014, The Pilikula Regional Science Center in Mangaluru is spread over 10 acres and houses 3 exhibition galleries, an inflatable dome planetarium and also a 3D theatre facility, among other things.

20 km from city center 27 out of 27 Places To Visit in Mangalore

Mulki is nestled between the Arabian sea and the Shambhavi River in this paradise of water sports lovers. An esoteric town for surfers, Kayakers, Rafters and wakeboarders, Mulki is based 30 kms from Mangalore. Snorkeling trips to nearby islands are also possible from Mulki beach.

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Mangalore Tourism And Travel Guide

Mangalore aka Mangaluru, the biggest port city of the state of Karnataka , is renowned for its beaches and its cuisine.  The city is historically vibrant, with its roots rolling back to the princely kingdoms of the Vijayanagara Empire and later to the Portuguese, Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan, and finally to the British, after which Mangalore was integrated with the erstwhile state of Mysore , now Karnataka.

The remnants of the city’s history can be seen in the Portuguese and Spanish styled churches and forts, so strategically placed on the beachfront. Mangalore combines the ancient with its temples and the modern with a pulsating nightlife, so much so that, you can experience and explore the two, and fill in your leisure with long walks at the parks, along the freshwater streams or a paddleboat ride at the sea, if you don’t forget that spicy, delicious seafood. If you would love to visit Mangalore, do check out our travel and tourism guide.

How to Reach

It’s so easy getting into the port city, since it has trouble-free access by sea, air, rail and road. The fastest way to reach Mangalore would be by air.

Mangalore is a calling station for cruise ships from many countries around the world. Sailing a cruise ship is fun and docking at a beautiful port city for visiting the attractions is equally good. Most local tour operators arrange for a ground tour of significant attractions around town, before departure.

Mangalore International Airport serves domestic flights to most major cities in the country and International flights. You can hire a cab from the airport to the city.

You have access by rail to Mangalore through the Southern Railway that connects the city to the states of Kerala , Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh . Otherwise, travel the Konkan Railways running between Maharashtra , Goa and Mangalore in Karnataka , which is one of the most beautiful picturesque breathtaking railways setting in the country.

There are KSRTC and private buses from most neighbouring states to Mangalore. It’ll be a pleasure driving up the coconut tree-lined roads, with a pleasant sea breeze blowing in, along the way to Mangalore.

Getting Around:

Mangalore has a number of specially marked buses specific to destinations, either local or to the suburbs. Otherwise you can hail an auto rickshaw or a cab for transport.

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Weather and the Best time to Visit

Plan a trip to Mangalore anytime from October to March. There are festivals galore and the weather is too fine to be missed.

Summer (March-May):

Apart from cooling off behind the huge boulders at the beaches or swimming in the rivers, there’s nothing much you can do in summer. It’s quite hot and you can cool off by binging on plenty of coconut water. Check out Mangalore's fruit orchards with exotic summer fruits and the chirps of birds gorging on them.

Monsoon (May-October):

Monsoon rains bring in thundershowers. It’s nice to choose a clear day to spend time at the beach, for the waters look lovely during monsoon. But monsoon is not a touristy season in Mangalore.

Winter (December-March):

After post monsoon rains of November peter out, the weather turns cool and clear and is predominantly the best time of the year in Mangalore.

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Things to Do

Museum Visits:

Visit The Aloysius Museum for their display of fossils, shells, skeletons and the first car, at St Aloysius College. The museum is open between 9.00am-5.00pm all days.

Hulivesha Dances:

If you plan your trip to Mangalore during festivals, don’t miss out on the Hulivesha (tiger), Karadi Vesha(bear) dances and the Yakshagana form of dance-drama. They are the integral cultural icons of Mangalore, usually a part of temple festivities.

Tour a 3D Planetarium:

Check out the country’s first 3D Planetarium with an 8K digital and optomechanical projector at Swami Vivekananda Planetarium at Pilikula Nisargadhama.

Go Trekking:

Mangalore has some beautiful trekking points, unsullied by civilization. Try the Green Route Trek at Yedakumeri, out of a picture book with waterfalls, mountain brooks and bridges.

Karavali Utsav: Mangalore celebrates its rivers with the River Festival in winter. A fun filled festivity galore with folk and Western dances, river sports and a flea market, as well.

Beaches and Birds:

Visit the quiet and peaceful Sasihithlu Beach where the river meets the sea. It’s an idyllic spot for watching the birds.

Kadri Hill Park:

Go on a relaxing jog, do yoga or meditate in the Kadri Hill Park, Mangalore’s biggest park. Treat yourself to the Musical Fountain, Toy Train or Laser Show in the Deer Park, close by.

Fishing Festival:

Temple fairs in Tulunadu culminate with the Fishing Festival on the banks of the River Nandhini at Dharmarasu Ullaya Temple in Suratkal. Prayers are offered to the deity, holy Prasad is dropped into the water, and as if on cue, hundreds of eager folk jump into the river with their nets. The fish caught is taken home to be cooked for the day.

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Temples in Mangalore would never let the devotees and tourists return home hungry. Annaprasad or food for all is ritualistically served everyday apart from the Maha Anna Samtharpaney or mass feeding during festivals. Or else, Mangalore’s cuisine is deliciously varied with Manglorean Fish Curry, Akki Roti, Neer Dosa, Patrode, Mangalore Buns, Chicken Ghee Roast, the Mangalore Poli and scrumptious varieties of seafood. A piping hot Goli Baje or Mangalore Bajje with a filter coffee goes great on a lazy winter evening.

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Mangalore ( Mangaluru ), in the Coastal Karnataka region, is a blend of new and old. With the increasing influx of students from various states of India and different parts of the world, Mangalore has virtually become a 'melting pot' of cultures, given the various communities that make up the social framework of Mangalore: the Tuluvas (Bunts, Billawas, Mogaveeras, Kulals, Shivalli Madhva Brahmins, Jains, Devadigas, Chitpavans), the Brahmins, the Konkani Catholics, the Bearys, the Goud-Saraswath Brahmins (Konkanas), Devangs (M'lore Kannada, Tulu, M'lore Malayalam), etc.

Mangalore is a port city of about half a million people (2011), and the headquarters of Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka State in India .

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Traditionally, Mangalore was an important trading port with ties with the Persian Gulf states dating back to the 14th century. With its strategic location, it was occupied by a number of dynasties and colonial rulers, namely the Portuguese in the mid-16th century. In the 18th century, its control was contested by Haidar Ali and Tipu Sultan on one hand and the British on the other. Under the Mysore sultans (1763), it became a strategic shipbuilding base, which was ceded to the British in 1799 after numerous sieges.

Mangalore is one of the fastest developing cities in India . Many multinational corporations and domestic corporations are opening their branches in Mangalore. Many reputed builders are bringing huge development projects. There is very good growth in the retail sector and many new shopping malls are being built. Infosys Technologies has 2 development centers in Mangalore with over 3000 employees. Cognizant have its development center on MG Road. MphasiS has their India Training Center based near Mangalore Club. Corporation Bank and Karnataka Bank have their headquarters inside the city and Syndicate Bank HQ is in Manipal. Polaris, Thomson Reuters Omnesys, MRPL, MCF, BASF, KIOCL, Ultratech Cement Plant are some of the other industries in the city.

Mangalore is also known as the 'Cradle of Education' in Karnataka with 16 engineering (Nitk, surathkal being the rank 1 engineering college and MIT ( Manipal ) being second), 6 medical, 3 dental, 12 MBA, 11 physiotherapy, 8 hotel management and 58 graduation colleges in and around the city.

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The number of languages spoken around here reflects the cultural diversity of Mangalore: Tulu (the most popular and most widely spoken language here, with a slight variation spoken by the Brahmin community), Kannada (the official state language), Konkani (three different versions exist: spoken by the Rajapur Saraswath Brahmins, spoken by the Konkani Catholics and another spoken by the Goud-Saraswaths). Beary is spoken by Muslims. Haveeka is spoken by Havyaka Brahmins. Malayalam is spoken by many as it is across the border in Kerala . English and Hindi are also widely spoken, so communication shouldn't be much of a problem.

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Mangalore has two big railway stations.

• Mangalore Central (IR station code: MAQ ) at Hampankatta in the heart of the city, is a terminus and is used only by the trains which terminate at Mangalore.
• Mangalore Junction' (IR station code: MAJN ) is in Kankanady , about 5 km from the city centre. Most long-distance trains and all trains not terminating at Mangalore stop at this station.
• Surathkal (IR station code: SL ) is in Surathkal , about 18 km from the city centre. Most long-distance trains moving on the either to north or south India stop here.
• Udupi (IR station code: UD ) is in Udupi District , about 87 km from the Manglore City . Most long-distance trains moving on the either to north or south India stop here.

Here is a list of trains to reach Mangalore:

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By bus [ edit ]

There are two bus-stands in Mangalore for long-distance bus services.

• One is the state-run KSRTC bus-stand in Bejai , located towards the North of the city, but not far off from the city centre. The bus-services are run by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation . They operate scheduled bus services to Mumbai , Bangalore , Mysore , Goa , Hubli - Dharwad and many other areas within and outside Karnataka . Services run by the Kerala State Transport and Tamil Nadu State Transport and Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation also call in Mangalore at this very bus-stand.
• The other one is behind the Town Hall . It is known as the 'State Bank' stand by the locals, because of its proximity to a branch of the State Bank of India. It is the last stop for most of the private bus services to Mangalore (mostly Inter-District viz. Mangalore-Udupi and Inter-taluk buses).
• There is a third bus-stand (not exactly a bus-stand but an alighting point for passengers) in front of Milagres Church where most private tour and bus operators: Ideal Travels, Canara, Canara-Pinto, Vishal Travels, Anand Travels, VRL etc. have their offices. They operate buses of semi-deluxe, sleeper and Volvo types to various destinations viz. Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa, Thrissur, Hubli-Dharwad.
• There are various other pick-up points and drop points in Mangalore city

There are many bus services from Mangalore to all the nearby towns in Karnataka and Kerala. The long-distance bus services to major cities like Bangalore, Mumbai, Hubli-Dharwad and Goa run along the National Highways radiating to the North (towards Goa and Mumbai) NH-17, South (towards Kerala) and the East (towards Bangalore) NH-48.

By car [ edit ]

Mangalore is well connected to Goa , Mumbai , and Kerala via NH-17, to the state capital Bangalore via NH-48, and to Hyderabad via NH-13. Highways are only two-laned and very narrow, but make for extremely scenic drives as they all pass either through the Western Ghats or along the coastline. There is a lot of heavy traffic load on the highways owing to the increasing number of buses plying on these routes, as well as a lot of goods-transport trucks owing to the location of many plants and factories as well as New Mangalore Port on NH-17. So exercise caution while driving during periods of heavy traffic.

NH-48 from Sakleshpur to Mangalore, which had been completely unmotorable thanks to government apathy, is now repaired and somewhat motorable. Work is going on to convert NH-48 into a four-lane highway. Until they do this, one needs to go to Mangalore from Bangalore either through the potentially dangerous Charmadi Ghat road, or via the equally pathetic Mysore - Madikeri -Suliya route.

There are many car rental companies available.

Get around [ edit ]

There are numerous private bus companies which run bus services within the city of Mangalore and its suburbs. They have names like Padmambika Bus Co. Ltd. emblazoned in large letters in English on the front windscreen of the bus and on its sides. These buses also connect to all the minor urban centres surrounding Mangalore. Most of them originate from the Central Bus Stand at Mangalore behind the Town Hall: It is known as the 'State Bank' bus-stand.

Even though the buses are operated by different private companies, the bus numbering scheme is unified and quite useful. The destinations and routes are, however, all written in Kannada. The best way to use these buses is to ask around and the people are most helpful. If you are armed with a city map, one can get the hang of things within a day or so. The minimum bus fare is ₹5. If you are a student, you have to pay just half the bus fare.

In addition city bus service, there is limited stop (usually called express) bus service (the majority of these are run by various private bus companies) for inter-town/city travelling to neighbouring places. You may find these useful to visit places like Udupi, Manipal, Kaup, Karkala etc. Bus fare ranges between ₹14 and ₹35 for a distance up to 65 km. KSRTC operates AC Volvo buses to few destinations like Manipal .

By cab [ edit ]

Ola and Uber services are available in Mangalore.

White Ambassador Cabs/Indicas are available: usually used by passengers on long-haul routes. Shared cabs are also available for travel between the city and other talukas viz. Bantwal (BC Road).

Prepaid cabs are available from the airport to the city: this is generally at a flat rate of ₹350-400.

Car-rental facilities are also available in Mangalore.

By autorickshaws [ edit ]

They are available all throughout Mangalore City, the starting fare is ₹30. Pre-paid autos were available from the City Railway Station and the KSRTC bus stand at Bejai, but not any more. Autos also ply to far-off destinations, the outskirts, for one-and-a-half times the actual fare; this is roughly around ₹150, depending on the amount of money you have to spare, although one would prefer using buses to reach these areas as a cheaper mode of transport.

Inside the city, common and popular spots they go by meter. But if it is little outskirts, like Panambur beach or Bejai or Someshwar beach, they ask for one and half times, so you need to keep your nerve and bargain with them; otherwise, you may get looted. (The auto drivers will charge exorbitant rates if you do not haggle. If there is a problem with them, just search for a cop nearby. If the cop talks to them, the auto drivers treat you fairly.)

See [ edit ]

Most of the places to see are monuments of religious importance. A few of the important ones are listed below.

• 12.94894 74.88605 1 Adyapady Adinatheshwara , Bajpe .  
• Bhagavathi Kshetra , Kudroli .  
• 12.87 74.83874 2 Carstreet Venkataramana Temple .  
• Kalangan Konkani Heritage Centre , Shakthi Nagar ( 7 km from Mangalore ).  

• Kudroli Gokarnanatha .  
• 12.84875 74.84102 6 Mariyamma Temple .  
• Milagres Church , Hampankatta . ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 12.8558 74.8365 7 Rosario Cathedral , Bolar . ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 12.87382 74.84549 8 St. Aloysius Chapel , Lighthouse Hill . ( updated Jun 2015 )
• 12.78694 74.85354 9 Someshwar Somanath Temple , Someshwar ( 14 km South of Mangalore City ).  
• 12.87032 74.84095 10 Sharavu Ganapathi Temple .  
• Shree Shanaishchara Temple , Bajpe .  
• 12.88981 74.8212 11 Sulthan Battery .  
• 12.81992 74.84722 12 Ullal Darga ( Ullal Juma Masjid ).  
• 12.84784 74.84145 13 Urwa Marigudi .  

Do [ edit ]

• Adventure : For the adventurous, the Western Ghats near Mangalore provide an ideal location to get lost in the dense jungles.
• Pilikula Nisarga Dhama is about 12 km from city and is a tourist spot with "Manasa" water theme park, animal park, boating, science centre, arboretum, golf course, all in one place.

• Surf : India's first surf club "Mantra Surf Club" is located just 24 km from Mangalore at Mulki. Just board an EXPRESS Bus heading towards Udupi and get down in Mulki. Ask for "Hare Krishna Ashram". The auto rickshaws charge around ₹20-30 from Mulki bus stand.
• Kapu Beach is about 45 km to the north. It can be reached by local express buses in 45 minutes. The beach has a lighthouse which is open to visitors.
• Malpe Beach is about 60 km to the north. It can be reached by local express buses.This beach has a resort. Also there is a small island of the beach about 15 minutes boat ride.Local ferry runs every 30 minutes or so. The last ferry back from the island is at 5PM.
• Panambur Beach is in Panambur , 10 km to the north of the city, near the New Mangalore Port and along the confluence of the Gurupur river and the Arabian Sea. This is comparatively more deserted and is a great spot for safe and secluded swimming. Panambur is well connected by bus and can also be reached by autorickshaw from the city centre. If you are coming Mangalore in January, definitely visit this beach for the kite festival happens for some period during this month. It is a fantastic scene to watch.
• Someshwar Beach is in Ullal , 11 km to the south of the city, near the confluence of the Netravati River and the Arabian Sea. The beachface is extremely rocky and considered dangerous for swimming. However, it is a great place to relax and watch the spectacular sunsets. Ullal is accessible by bus, train and autorickshaw from the city centre.
• Suratkal Beach is about 15 km to the north of the city. It has a beautiful lighthouse and few rocks. The biggest thing on this beach is its "sand". It's totally different from all other beaches that it is powder like as compared to sand type feeling at all other beaches. You can confirm it by walking barefoot on beach. This beach has a resort named "Red Rock Residency" where people come every weekend to enjoy.
• Tannirbavi Beach is one of the best beaches of Mangalore. One can enjoy the sunset view here. It is located at a distance of 12 km from Mangalore. You can also take a ferry from several spots in the city to the beach. One of the most popular ways is to take the ferry from Sulthan Battery.

Buy [ edit ]

• Empire Mall . The "Empire Mall" has the Nilgiris supermarket, Coffee Day, Amazon multi cuisine restaurant and a few other retail chains. It also houses Combinations, a good store for artificial jewellery and cosmetic requirements, not as big as, but similar to Claire's. ( updated Sep 2015 )
• Bharath Mall . The "Bharath Mall" has an Big Cinemas Multiplex, Big Bazaar,Food Bazaar, PlanetM, Pizza Hut, Coffee Day, Subway, Adidas, Reebok, Planet Sports, Swawroski, Levi's. ( updated Sep 2015 )
• City Centre Mall . The City Centre Mall. It is on K.S. Rao Road. It has a retail space of almost 800,000 square feet. Lifestyle, Westside, Spencers, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Landmark are open at the mall. Mexican-based Cinepolis has a 5-screen multiplex at the mall. Also there is Spar Hypermarket. ( updated Sep 2015 )
• Forum Fiza Mall . Opened in 2014, The largest mall of the city, located in Pandeshwar houses a variety of retail stores and showrooms. It also houses PVR Cinemas with 5 screens and various gaming arcades and cafes. ( updated Sep 2015 )

Supermarkets [ edit ]

There are various supermarkets across the city where you can get groceries & other daily items. A few of them are:

• Aditya Birla's More for you (Attavar, Deralakatte, Kadri, Valencia, Kankanady, Chilimbi, Bendoor, Kodailbail, Barke, Kudroli)
• SPAR super market , city centre, K S Rao Road, Mangaluru.
• Baliga's Supermarket (near K.S.R.T.C., Bejai)
• Big Bazaar & Food Bazaar (Bharath Mall Bejai, Mangaladevi Road)
• Big Bazar (opposite KSRTC Bus Stand)
• Ganesh Bazaar (New Chitra Road)
• Janatha Bazaar (GHS Road)
• Jimmy's Supermarket , the official groceries supplier of C.P. and visitors (Nathoor Tollgate and Falnir)
• Joofry's (Saibeen Complex, Lalbagh)
• Nilgiri's (Empire Mall, Kankanady, Deralakatte)
• Neelgiris, More, Reliance shopping marts are found commonly in Mangalore.
• V Hypermart (Mischief mall K.S. Rao Road)

Apart from these, a few more supermarkets such as Spencers, Mark & Spencers, Reliance Fresh are expected to open their outlets in Mangalore.

Eat [ edit ]

Udupi-style restaurants [ edit ].

There are numerous small restaurants where one can gorge on cheap food as long as one likes South Indian food. The most typical ones are the Udupi-style restaurants which serve the staple fare of idli, wada and a variety of dosas. You can wash them down with some home-grown filter coffee or tea.

• Hotel Ayodhya is famous for authentic Mangalore-style food. Try appam, ghee dose, vastad roti, parota/tingalavare song.
• Janata Deluxe also serves authentic Udupi style food items.
• Taj Mahal , two locations in Mangalore (Hampankatta & Kodialbail). The coffee served in Taj Mahal is regarded by many to be the best coffee available anywhere — the exact contents of the coffee powder used are kept a secret, Taj Mahal has a lot of patrons who visit the restaurant almost ritualistically thrice a day. Apart from the coffee there are a wide variety of dishes available including the dosas.
• Woodlands Restaurant ( between Jyothi and Bunts hostel road ), ☏ +91 824 2443751 . Rs.100 for vegetarian lunch. . ( updated Mar 2022 )

North Indian cuisine [ edit ]

• If you are looking for North Indian food, you are not spoilt for choice. Some of the larger hotels have a larger menu but the food is not particularly appetizing. One important joint in this category would be the restaurant at Hotel Srinivas on G.H.S Road: awesome food at great prices (vegetarian-only).
• Otherwise for the Mughlai-tandoori variety, don't forget to check out The Royal Darbar (Bendorewell-Kankanady Road) and the Mogul Treat (at Highlands, opposite Highland Hospital).
• Biryani Paradise (Kankanady-Pumpwell road).
• Chicken Tikka Halal (Saibeen complex)
• Shetty's Kori roti (near Canara College) it supplies Mangalore style chicken curry with Kori roti (rice papads).

Seafood [ edit ]

Try such dishes as Kane Rava fry, Anjal Masala fry and Manji Masala fry.

• Amantran (Attavar, near the city railway station) is a must try for sea food.
• Anupama (Bunts Hostel)
• Bombay Lucky (next door to Bunder Police station) is the best place to eat after late night parting. It's a typical greasy food joint serves tasty ghee rice, rice pathari, biriyani, fried chicken, mutton dishes (a bit greasy but good really good to settle your post party starving). Must try their black tea with lime after food.
• Coconut Grove ( opposite Colaco hospital, Bendore main road ).  
• Sanadige - Goldfinch Hotel , Bunts Hostel Road near Jyoti Circle , ☏ +91 824-4245678 , [email protected] .  
• Kings Court (highway near Kottara Chowki)
• Maharaja (near Jyoti)
• Narayana Hotel at Bunder is famous for delicious Mangalore-style fish fry with fish curry rice.
• Palkhi (Jyothi circle)
• Manja's ( Giri manja ) ( near the Mukhya Prana Temple, lower car street ). Local fish delicacies. ( updated Aug 2015 )
• Verna Hotel ( opposite City Centre Mall ), ☏ +91 9901832540 . Afternoon . ( updated Apr 2023 )

Kerala cuisine [ edit ]

Another category of small eateries is the Malayali joints. As Mangalore is adjacent to Kerala, it has a fair share of Malayalis who patronize these places. You will see that these eateries have their names written in large letters in the Malayalam script. They provide a selection of non-vegetarian food prepared in typical Kerala-style. A famous place to cite in this category would be Kairali Restaurant, near the Railway Station behind Milagres Church.

Premium restaurants [ edit ]

If you're ready to spend a little more money, visit the various restaurants around which offer varied cuisines of your choice and taste, at a price! The 'Chicken Ghee Roast', which is a delicacy specifically of Dakshina Kannada is available at many of the premium restaurants.

Some of the famous restaurants:

• Amazon , Mg Road, Empire Mega Mall.
• Coconut Grove . Opp Colaco Hospital, Bendore main road, Kankanady  
• Diesel Café , Mischief--SCS Hospital Road, Balmatta.
• Gajalee , Circuit House Compound, Kadri Hills , ☏ +91 22 3375 6175 .  
• Kabab Studio - Goldfinch Hotel ( Balmata ), Bunts Hostel Rd , ☏ +91 824 4245678 . Fresh barbeque and kababs with a licensed bar.  
• Hotel Abhiman Residency . Kadri Road near Bunts Hostel.  
• Kadal , Light House Hill Road (Nalapad Residency) Enjoy fine-dine with overlooking the Mangalore skyline.
• Kudla , Balmatta Road.
• Village , Airport Rd, Yeyyadi , ☏ +91 824 221 4158 .  
• Maharaja , Bunts Hostel Road.
• Mainland China , [Mahaveer Circle(Pumpwell)]
• Memories Of Joanna , (Summer Sands beach resort, Ullal)
• Mughul Treat , Falnir, Highlands.
• The Ocean Pearl , Kodial Bail.
• Paalkhi , (Balmatta Road) A four-star restaurant. Great food but will be heavy on your wallet.
• Pegasus , Jeppina Moger.
• Pegz , K.S.Rao Road, Veg Bar n restaurant.
• Royal Durbar , Kankanady.
• The Saffron . The Saffron boutique Hotel,GHS Road Hampankatta  
• Trishna , (Padavinangadi)--three floors of themed restaurants. Punjaabi Dhaaba remains the city's favorite.

Ice cream and snacks [ edit ]

Mangalore is often labelled ' ice cream town' for the boom in the number of parlours in and around the city. Some of the most famous ones include:

• Bon Bon's Bakery , Yeyyadi, near Madhuvan Village. Tiny place run by an old lady (gives a very homely feel to it) with absolutely awesome French Cakes and pastries, a must-taste. Hot favorite here is the "Day and Night" pastry.
• Cherry Square , Next to SCS Hospital.
• Cochin Bakery Three outlets throughout Mangalore, at Ceebees tower on Old Pumpwell Road (Kankanady), at A.B. Shetty Circle (near State Bank) and at Padua Circle (opposite Padua High School)
• Complex's , "Joofris" in the ground floor.
• Cream Caramel , Saibeen Shopping Complex. Mouth watering pastries, cakes, pizzas & other products.
• Crumbz ,(besides Deepa Comfort Hotel, Opposite A.B.Shetty Dental College - Deralakatte, Opposite Canara High School - Dongerkery and in Kankanady)
• Danish Bakes , Bendorewell Road. (A.R.D'Souza Complex)
• Dino's , Awesome snacks and pastries. Located at Falnir, behind Misbah Supermarket.
• Ideals Ice Cream , Hampankatta , ☏ +91 824 245 6874 . There are three parlours (2 ideals, 200 metres of one another. One is located near the Milgres junction and the other one is near the next junction heading towards the market) 3rd one 'Pabba's', at Lalbagh diagonally facing Saibeen Complex. Ideals is marked as one of the best ice cream in DK, when you are in mangalore this is a must try place. You have to try out "Gadbad" ice cream which is only available in Ideals and the best of all ice creams. Gadbad icecream is an old favorite which has dry fruits and fresh ones chopped up with nuts, layered with icecream (strawberry and vanilla) and topped off with Jello. Hot favorites are "Chocolate Dad" and "Tiramisu".  
• Komal's , Hampankatta, adjacent to Ideals (Milagres junction). Sells good Indian sweets.
• Mahalaxmi Sweets and Chaats , Kankanady.
• Minimelts ice cream , available in Saibeen, Bharath Mall and Emipire Mall
• Pabba's , at Lalbagh diagonally facing Saibeen Complex. Is also one of the outlets of Ideals.
• Pop Tates , in Balmatta area, opposite Cafe Coffee Day and adjacent to Froth On Top.
• Snack-Shack , (beside Move'n'Pick Supermarket at Valencia)
• Srinidhi Juice & Snacks , Opp to Joy Alukas Jewellery, Next to Petrol bunk, Falnir, 18 Year old shop, Serves Fresh Fruit Juices, Fruit Chat, Lassi, Maggie, Pav Bhaji & other Snacks.
• Srinidhi Juice & Snacks , Opp to Srinivasa Theater (Balaji), B.E.M High School Road, Carstreet, 50 Year old shop, Serves Fresh Fruit Juices, Fruit Chat, Lassi, Maggie, Pav Bhaji & other Snacks.

International flavours [ edit ]

If you're in for the other famous & international eating places, try:

• Bon Bons Bakery (Yeyyadi, near Madhuvan Village) Excellent Cakes and pastries, one should tryout.
• Cafe Coffee Day (Bharath Mall, Empire Mall & Oberle Towers, Balmatta and 6 other outlets)
• ChicKing (Empire Mall, City center Mall)
• Hao Ming Chinese Restaurant (Balmatta)

Drink [ edit ]

Fruit juice and cold drinks [ edit ].

An array of mini fruit juice stalls dot every nook and cranny of Mangalore City; at bus stops, near shopping areas, etc. that serve the usual fare of juices and milkshakes. Name it and it's all there for you. But this is not recommended if your gut is not immune to such juices! Normal restaurants would definitely be a hygienic alternative!

A must visit place : Srinidhi Juice & Snacks , Opp to Srinivasa Theater (Balaji), B.E.M High School Road, Carstreet, 50 Year old shop, Serves Fresh Fruit Juices, Fruit Chat, Lassi, Maggie, Pav Bhaji & other Snacks.

Tendercoconut (Local language called Bonda or Shiyala) is available in plenty. Most vendors charge about ₹20 each.

Aerated cold drinks like Coke & Pepsi are also available, just as in any other part of the world. Try out the local varieties, such as 'Zaffa' or 'Joy' for taste. If you want to have hygienically flavoured sugarcane juice, then you will find a joint in Bharath Mall. You will wonder how much technology has changed these days!

Another must visit place is the Temple Square (Car street). The juice shop to check out is the one located between School book company & an Ayurvedic medicine shop.This juice shop specialises in dishing out concoctions made up of locally grown berries.Famous flavours include "Nannari", "Jaljeera", "Hingastak", "Birinda", and the rest is up to you to explore.The juice shop perfectly complements the fried delicacies served at "Balli's podi" located right across the street. Its the best place to eat "podis" in Mangalore. The mouth watering hot hot podis are irresistible.

Coffee shops [ edit ]

Well there's the usual Cafe Coffee Day with its main outlet at Balmatta and four others at Deralakatte bang opposite the A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences campus, at the ONGC-MRPL Complex at Katipalla, Surathkal (near Infant Mary Church) and two outlets at the Empire Mega Mall (MG Road) and at Bharath Mall (Opposite KSRTC Bus Stand, Bejai). The outlets offer the youth a good hangout and a place to chill.

If you're game for just plain filter coffee, without the extra hype, try out any of the Udupi cafes. Like the Taj Mahal hotels at Car Street, Hampankatta and Town Hall areas.

Alcohol [ edit ]

And yes... if you're looking beers or vodka, you can either buy your liquor from the many wineshops around: for example, Hi-spirits (Bendoorwell-Kankanady), Rajaram Wines (Bolar) or you can check out the various resto-bars/lounge bars in the city. Some of the famous ones include:

• Amazon , Empire Mega mall, M.G.Road Lalbagh .  
• Dolphin , Mallikatta .  
• Froth on Top , Balmatta . Though they serve only beer and wine, they're reputed for their ambience, hookah and if you're lucky, the occasional get the guitar and start singing crowd.  
• Kainos ( at Abhiman Residency in the Bunts Hostel Area ).  
• Lawnsway Bar and Restaurant , Sturrock Rd, Falnir . You should definitely try chicken ghee-roast, mouth watering food.  
• The Liquid Lounge , Balmatta Road . The general youth hangout! - A legendary name in Mangalore.  
• Maharaja ( Opposite Gold Finch, near Jyothi Circle ). Well priced and yummy Tharu Boothai Fry  
• Mangala Bar n' Restaurant ( Opp. Retreat House, Valencia ).  
• Pegasus , Jeppinamogaru ( near Fisheries College ). It's very expensive but is a great place to hang out.  
• Rajaram Wines , Bolara Kepe Building, Near Ahwini Restaurant, Main Road, Bolar .  
• Village , Yeyyadi road . Known for its excellent ambiance.  
• Wine Gate , Balmatta . A liquor supermarket with another floor to dine and drink.  
• Wines and Spiritz , Times Square Kadri. .  

Sleep [ edit ]

Budget [ edit ].

There is no shortage of budget hotels in Mangalore. K S Rao road has many affordable hotels.

• Ayodhya ( Sri Ram Bhavan ) ( near P V S Circle ). Conveniently located and has a very good vegetarian restaurant; 'Ram Bhavan'.  
• Ganesh Prasad , Ganesh Prasad Building, K S Rao Rd , ☏ +91 824-244 041 . ₹275+ .  
• Hotel Akbar , Market Road , ☏ +91 824 2440098 , +91 824 2429275 . ₹400 . ( updated Apr 2015 )
• Hotel Blue Star , Falnir Rd ( Bus: Old bus stand ), ☏ +91 824 2426680 . ₹239 for single .  
• Hotel Das Prakash , Opp. KSRTC , ☏ +91 824 4261982 , +91 8050734757 . ₹600 . ( updated Apr 2015 )
• Hotel Navratna . ₹400 . ( updated Apr 2015 )
• Hotel Rajadhani , Milagres Cross Road, Hampankatta. , ☏ +91 824 2423631 , +91 824 2426767 2422168 . ( updated Apr 2015 )
• Hotel Roopa , Balmatta Road, Hampankatta./ , ☏ +91 824 2421271 . ( updated Apr 2015 )
• Hotel Vasanth Mahal , K S Rao Rd ( Bus: K S Rao Road ), ☏ +91 824 2441179 . seems to be a good hotel.  
• Railway Retirement Room ( inside the railway station ). ₹125 . ( updated May 2015 )
• Srinivas Hotel , Ganapathy Highschool Road, near Hampankatta Railway Station , ☏ +91 824 2440061 . ₹600 . ( updated Apr 2015 )
• Yash Arcade ( opposite the Mangalore Bus Stand near the Adlabs theatre ). Excellent quality doubles. ₹500 .  
• Youth Hostel , Nehru Avenue, Ballalbagh ( Near Mangalore City Corporation, Behind Hindi Prachar Bhavan ), ☏ +91 824 2457181 . Cheap and clean place for tourists and travellers. No arrangement for food. 1 Family Room @ ₹150/- per rooms per day 1 Dorm of 8 beds @ ₹50/- per bed 1 Dorm of 4Beds @₹50/- per bed .  

Mid-range [ edit ]

There are many midrange hotels in Mangalore.

• Hotel Hindusthan , near old bus stand, k.s. rao Rd , ☏ +91 824 2411333 . Check-in: 24 hr , check-out: 24 hr . ₹700-1500 per day .  
• Hotel Surya , Greens compound, Balmatta Rd , ☏ +91 824-2425736-46 . Spacious rooms, good ventilation.  
• Prestige , Collectors Gate, Balmatta , ☏ +91 824 2410601 . ₹1500 per day .  
• Woodlands Hotel ( Bunts Hostel Road ), ☏ +91 824 2443751 . ₹3000 for Delulxe AC room, ₹2000 for double AC room, and ₹1000 for single room in the old block. Fine vegetarian restaurant attached. Parking for 40 cars. ( updated Mar 2022 )
• Hotel Srinivas , GHS Road, Mangalore 1 , ☏ +91 824 2440061 . Lift, restaurant and good lobby. 1800 ₹ . ( updated Apr 2023 )

Splurge [ edit ]

• The Gateway Hotel (A part of Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces) , Old Port Rd ( Near State Bank of India, Pandeshwar ), ☏ +91 824-6660420 , fax : +91 824-6660585 , [email protected] . while the hotel is not bad, the surroundings are definitely smelly and sub-par. ₹2016-6720 .  
• Hotel Goldfinch . Four star hotel.  
• Hotel Poonja International , K.S. Rao Rd , ☏ +91 824-2440171 , fax : +91 824-2441081 , [email protected] . ₹672-3360 .  
• Hotel Woodside (Not to be confused with Hotel Woodside Business Hotel) , K.S. Rao Rd ( Opposite The Goldfinch Hotel ), ☏ +91 824-4278550 . Very clean and big, newly renovated rooms. Very surprised to find this quality at the price. But food is a no no. ₹1300 for double with private bathroom, Air Con, Television .  
• Kumar's International , Bendorewell Main Rd ( opp. colaco hospital ), ☏ +91 824-2225871 . Check-in: 24 hr , check-out: 24 hr . ₹750-1,680 .  
• Moti Mahal , Falnir Rd , ☏ +91 824-2441411 . ₹518-2415 .  
• Nalapad Residency , Light House Hill Rd ( ahead Alukkas Jewellery store, on the way to St. Aloysius College ), ☏ +91 824 2424757 . ₹650-1750 .  
• The Ocean Pearl , Navbharath Circle, Kodial Bail ( Opposite Ram Bhavan Complex ), ☏ +91 824 2413800-2491011 , [email protected] . Check-in: noon , check-out: noon . ₹2000-4500 .  
• Pandit Health Resort & Spa ( Moodabidri ), Alangar MoodabidriAlangar karnal main Rd , ☏ +91 9901728861 . Pandits Health Resort & Spa, a deluxe five-star resort is situated approx. 27 km from Airport, 30 km from Mangalore city, 3 km from Moodabidri on Mangalore-Karkal road on NH-13. The 10 acres resort is fully developed with beautiful landscaping & internal roads. Eco friendly natural lush green environment, zero pollution, scenic view, lotus ponds, fish pond, water fountains, children park, indoor & outdoor games such as cricket, badminton, basketball, football, special trees with flowers, fruits, spices, cashew etc. One km Jogging track to pump in fresh oxygen for healthy mind & soul. Ready to use large ozonised swimming pool, special kids pool with showers, separate male & female changing/wash rooms. Exclusive Jacuzzi & an Ayurvedic Spa is an added attraction of the resort. Deluxe Suite & Deluxe A/c. cottages with Five Star amenities such as LCDs, shower panels, separate living room with best of the interiors, furniture, electronics & fittings amidst gardens & fountains. The cottages surrounded by the mango groves add to the charm.  
• The Saffron , G. H. S. Rd , ☏ +91 824-4255542 , fax : +91 824-4255542 , [email protected] . ₹1799-5000 .  
• Srinivas , Near Ganapathi High School Road, Hampankatta , ☏ +91 824 2440061 . ₹550-1017 .  
• Summer Sands Beach Resort , Chotamangalore Ullal , ☏ +91 9480048888 , +91 8861373737 , [email protected] . Check-in: noon , check-out: 11AM . ₹3000-14000 .  

Stay safe [ edit ]

Malaria is endemic in Mangalore. So, don't forget to carry your mosquito repellent creams, mosquito mats, coils, liquidators, etc. along with you (let that be your first priority on your list of things to pack!). Consult your doctor for advice on malaria prophylaxis before you arrive in Mangalore. If you have the slightest idea of a fever with chills, rush yourself to a nearby hospital to get yourself checked.

Also, it is advisable to get yourself vaccinated for Hepatitis A (food-borne Hepatitis) in case you haven't been vaccinated already.

Three things will do more to prevent an upset stomach or other traveling ailments than anything else:

• Always choose water from filters (Aquaguard water) or bottled mineral water, just to be on the safe side.
• Carrying water free hand sanitizer is a must (Germ-X, Purell, etc.) Go ahead and eat with your hands like everyone else! Once you use your hand sanitizer your hands are cleaner than the silverware that was washed with water you don't want to drink.
• Always choose foods that are steaming hot. Food is often prepared ahead of time so you want to see it cooked or see the steam coming of the food.

Hospitals in case of emergencies

• K.M.C hospital - B.R.Ambedkar Circle (Opposite Jyothi Talkies), Yenepoya Hospital (V.T.Road), Indiana Hospital and Omega Hospital (NH17, Mahaveer circle)

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With the great Arabian Sea on one side and towering hills of the Western Ghats on the other, the Managlore city of Karnataka becomes a perfect holiday destination, which almost every tourists love visiting. This vibrant city has everything from exotic beaches to old style seaports to majestic mountains and ancient buildings & temples. Few days won't be enough to explore the rich culture and natural beauty of Mangalore, which is blessed with so many attractions. One must take a week long break to plan a tour to Mangalore and seek solitude in the comfort of this city.

The picturesque city Mangalore is named after the deity Mangaladevi and is often proclaimed as the gateway to Karnataka. It is one of the most popular port city in India, which dates back to the 14th century. It is believed that the city got its first port, when the local rulers started trading with the kingdoms of Persia.

Tourism in Mangalore is blooming because of all the fantastic places it has; that gives tourists a wide opportunity to explore the real beauty i.e. Mangalore. Travelers come to this city to explore places like Mangaladevi Temple, Kadri Manjunatha Temple, St. Aloysius Chapel, Someshwara beach, and Tannirbavi beach. All these places have a unique charm that helps folks get completely rejuvenated.

The diverse culture of Mangalore grabs attention of several tourists who visit Mangalore and discover that it has been ruled by various empires from the ancient time, including Kadambas, Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, Vijaynagar Empire, Portuguese, and the British. The mesmerizing past of Mangalore and its indescribable beauty, together makes it a destination worth visiting.

There are plenty of attractions in Mangalore that are extremely popular and deserves to be seen. Some of them are listed here…go find your favorite place to get completely lost in the beauty of Mangalore.

Popular Tourist Attractions in Mangalore

Mangaladevi Temple: Mangala Devi is the deity of the royal family of Mangalore, whose temple is formally named Mangaladevi , established in the 19th century by the King of the Ahepa dynasty. A lot of tourists and locals visit this temple during Navratri before Dussehra to take part in the festivities.

Panambur Beach: This exquisite beach is just 13 kms away from Mangalore and is best known for its serenity and wonderful location. Tourists can sit, relax, swim, and refresh their senses at this beach, which is safe for swimming and other water sports activities.

St. Aloysius Church: This beautiful church is famous for its amazing architecture and interiors, built by the Jesuit Missionary in the year 1880. It has many wonderful paintings by the Italian artist Antonio Moscheni that are now preserved by a special committee, responsible for the maintenance and welfare of the church.

Surathkal Beach: This stunning beach destination is again located around 12 kms away from the main city and is known for its exotic beauty and serene atmosphere. A barefoot walk on the soft golden sand of this beach is enough to have a stress-free holiday in the arms of nature.

Things-to-do in Mangalore

• Mangalore is a melting point of amazing cultures and traditions. Tourists can explore the religious side of the city by visiting various temples and churches & other royal buildings.
• Visit Someshwara or Tannirbavi beach to indulge in activities like swimming, beach walking, sun bathing, etc. and experience tranquility for a complete rejuvenation.
• Mangalore is one of the leading port city in India to handle a major portion of coffee and cashew exports. Tourists can easily get good quality coffee beans and cashews from the local markets of this city.

Where To Stay Though a little far from Bengaluru, the city is able to attract tourists with its indescribable beauty consisting beaches, mountains, lakes, and gardens. Mangalore offers a wide array of accommodation options including lodges, standard & budget hotels, guesthouses, and luxury resorts. For people who want to be away from their homes for a little while, Managlore has plenty of options to stay in a luxurious atmosphere with services including day-and-night room service, spa, swimming pool, restaurants & bar, etc. Homestay options are also available in the city at a reasonable price. Here are some popular hotels in Mangalore, one can definitely book to stay in style...

• Goldfinch Hotel
• The Gateway Hotel Mangalore
• Ginger Mangalore
• Hotel Ayush International
• Hotel Prestige
• Hotel Poonja International
• Hotel  Navratna Palace
• The Ocean Pearl
• Lalit International

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By Air: Mangalore Bajpe Airport is the nearest airport, which connects to all major cities & towns of India, including Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. It is located approximately 10 km away from the main city.

By Rail: There is one rail-head in Mangalore, which connects to all the major cities in India. Mangalore Junction and Mangalore Central are the two stations, located in the city.

By Road: NITK Mangalore and Mangalore Bye Pass are two major bus stops, from where buses for nearby cities like Mysore, Bengaluru, Oaty, etc. are available. A number of local buses and taxis are also available to travel within the city.

Best Time To Visit: Winter season (December and Janaury)

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