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Mangalore is a great city to be in and if you are new here, then this city has plenty of things to offer. Whether it is shopping or sightseeing, food or entertainment, this city has enough to keep you engaged. You will be enthralled by the wonderful parks and beaches and the people here are so warm and welcoming as well. Here are some of the things you must try out if you are in Mangalore:
This quaint place is indeed the heart and soul of Mangalore. This is not only the first brewery in the city, but it is also a great place to unwind. It has a very relaxing ambience and you must come here for a laid back evening to catch up with friends. The music here is amazing and you are sure to fall in love with this place.
Timings: 11 am to 11 pm
Not many people know this but Mangalore is a haven for surfers. Surfers from all parts of India, and even abroad come here. The surfing ashram offers not just surfing lessons but also yoga lessons and the entire body, mind and soul ritual is taken care of. This is a great platform for newbie surfers. The ashram has a praying ritual before starting the surfing lessons every day. The place charges INR 2200 per day per person.
Timings: Any time you want to enroll.
One of the largest parks in Mangalore, this is a great attraction for families and is a most visited place during the weekends. The families have a wonderful time here with their loved ones. The animal conservatory nearby is a wonderful place to take your kids to and get them acquainted with various kinds of animals.
Timings: 6 am to 8 pm
There are quite a few beaches in the city, and one of the most popular ones in the Ullal Beach. The beaches are always full of families in the evening and during the weekends. The beaches are also very clean and well maintained and there is something unique in all of them. However, no matter which beach you are in, the sunsets are always gorgeous and never fail to impress you. Some of the most ones are the Kaupu Beach, Panambur Beach.
Timings: Anytime
The Mangaladevi Temple is a very important shrine in the city and people visit the deity on every important location. The temple itself is a great place to showcase the architecture of the region and it is really beautiful. The temple is decked up during the Dussehra festival and the beauty of the temple is magnified. It is said that the temple was built in the 9th century and unmarried women came here to pray for a good match. It is said they were never disappointed.
Timings: 6 am to 10 am, 12 pm to 1 pm and 4 pm to 9 pm.
The Sammilan Shetty Butterfly Park is a major attraction of the city and should not be missed. Because the park is privately maintained, this is one of the cleanest places that you might have ever visited. There are over 11 species of butterflies and they are all clearly marked. The visitors also gain valuable knowledge about them and it also proves to be immensely educative for the children. The butterflies are taken care of by experts.
Timings: 8:30 am to 12 pm on Sundays only
This is a mini fortress in the city built by the great Tipu Sultan in the 1784 and visiting this fortress is a very historically enriching place. It is made of black stones, which is why it is quite interesting to see it. The architecture is as interesting and so is the construction. The Sultan had made this fort for protecting the Gurupura River from the British men who often tried to access this region. It still represents a major heritage of Mangalore.
Timings: 9 am to 9 pm.
This garden was built in the 18th century and was built under Haider Ali. This is one of the most tranquil places in the city and hence attracts a lot of people. The lighthouse is still operational and once you are over it, you will be able to enjoy great views of the city around. The place is surrounded by dense greenery which becomes even more beautiful after the monsoons. If you are able to watch the sunrise and sunset from here then you are among the luckiest ones.
Timings: 8 am to 10 am and 3 pm to 5 pm.
This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has a heavy footfall of devotees almost every day. The temple was constructed in 1912 and still happens to be a major attraction of the city. Anyone can visit this temple, irrespective of caste or creed. The temple has a unique style and it is a wonderful sight to behold when the entire temple complex is lit up for the festivities, especially during Navaratri. Devotees come from far and wide to have Prasad from the temple.
Timings: 6 am to 7 pm.
This church, one of the oldest in the city, is very notable because of its Roman Catholic architecture. It has a very calm and tranquil ambience and you must come here to pray and light a candle. One of the oldest churches in Mangalore, it was constructed in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Castro. You must visit this church to connect with the Almighty.
Timings: Any time.
When you are in a new city, knowing about its history will only help you understand the city better and Mangalore has a very special heritage of its own. To understand it better, you must visit the Bejai Museum, which is also very uniquely constructed- in the shape of a boat. A number of artifacts are preserved, including those that were used in the times of Haider Ali and Tipu Sultan. The children especially love to gaze upon the old weapons and are a fun thing to do in Mangalore.
Timings: 9 am to 8 pm.
For those who cannot get enough of nature’s bounty, this is the place to be in. This is a like a peaceful haven beside the big city and the large park cover a total area of 350 acres. A lot of attractions are on offer for the visitors like a mini- golf course, aquarium, boating lake and also a botanical garden. You can spend the entire day here without feeling the need to go anywhere else.
Timings: 9:30 am to 5: 30 pm
This breath taking chapel was constructed in 1880 and still happens to be a most visited place in the city. The chapel is exquisite both inside and outside and the stained glass work is a real marvel. This chapel bears testimony to the lives of the great saints and their life dedicated to service. There are many frescoes depicting the lives of Jesus, on the walls and the ceilings. If you love art, this place is worth visiting and is a major tourist attraction in Bangalore.
Timings: 7 am to 7 pm.
Mangalore is a wonderful place to shop at your heart’s content, without burning a hole in your pocket. You will find a great number of options here and everything from apparel, home décor items, accessories and groceries are available at reasonable rates. If you are good at bargaining, you will end up having a great time picking wonderful items. The shopping malls here also house branded products if that’s what you want. The popular shopping places here are Forum Mall, City Center Mall and Hampankatta.
If you are in Mangalore, you have to taste the seafood here. One of the best places to serve seafood is Gajalee and they have some exquisite dishes. Do not miss the fish curry and the spicy chicken. The other items are also as delicious and you should also try out the beach shacks for the sea food. It is a major Mangalore attraction.
Timings: 11 am to 3 pm, 7 pm to 12 am.
Apart from the seafood, there are other items to try out as well, especially if you are a vegetarian. You must try out the special dosa here, along with the vegetable curry which has a spicy and tangy taste because of the use of tamarind. The Dilkhush is another popular dish. The local coffee is sure to rejuvenate you with every sip.
Mangalore will present you with a range of activities and sightseeing options and you will fall in love with this city in no time. It has all the amenities of a big city, a cosmopolitan culture and yet has a charm which is only accentuated by the wonderful places to visit and how they retain their culture.
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April 15, 2024 
