Bannerghatta National Park (22km) : Located approximately 22 kms away from Bangalore, this park has a mini zoo, Elephant ride, lion and tiger safari and crocodile farm.

Nandi Hills (63 km) : This picturesque little hill station, which offers a breathtaking tanoramic view of the surrounding area, is located at 60 kms from Bangalore. It is a popular pinic spot.

Hesaraghatta (25 km) : It is known for its artificial lake with wind surfing and boating facilities. Located approximately 25 kms away from Bangalore.

Nrityagrama (28 km) : A winner of the rural architecture award, this unique experimental village is dedicated to the gurukula tradition of dance, music, choreography and painting. Vasantha Habba, the annual fest attracts large crowds. Located at 28 kms from Bangalore.

Ghati Subramanya (52 km) : Located at 52 kms from Bangalore. This pilgrimage center is famous for the Lord Subramanya temple.

Savanadurga (61 km) : A towering granite hill, 1207 mtrs high, with a circumference of 10 kms at the base, this hill a trekkers paradise. Located approximately 61 kms from Bangalore.

Anapada Loka (53 km) : Located at 53 kms from Bangalore, it is an effort to wards the preservation and promotion of folk culture and traditions. Sprawling across 15 acres, the complex has an art gallery, an open air theatre and a museum.

Shivanasamudra (122 km) : 122 kms. to the south of Bangalore, where the river Cauvery cascades into two water falls, the Gaganachukki and the Bharachukki from a height of 90 mtrs. A Hydro Electric power station is also situated here.

Big Banyan Tree (28 km) : The huge banyan tree sprawling over a few acres in Ramohalli village is a botanical wonder. It is also a great picnic spot.

Ramnagaram (49 km) : This rocky land is an important silk cocoon-marketing center, 49 kms from Bangalore. The popular Hindi movie sholay was shot here.

Channapattana (58 km) : Famous for its wooden toys and silks. It is located at 58 kms on the way to Mysore.

Sangama (98 km) : A confluence of three rivers and a place of great science beauty. It is located at 82 kms from Bangalore.

Mekedatu (98 km) : The river Cauvery flows through a deep gorge making it very beautiful picnic spot, Located approximately 86 kms away from Bangalore.

Pearl Valley (38 km) : Another famous picnic spot with its water falls and its verdant surroundings, Located at 40 kms from Bangalore.

Shivagange (60 km): This cone shaped hill offers a breathtaking view from a top. Also known for the shrines of Gangadareshwara and Honnadevi. It is 60 kms from Bangalore.

Devarayanadurga (71 km): This hillock is famous for the natural water spring called Namada Chilume and is at 71 kms from Bangalore.

Siddara Betta (100 km): This place is a treasure trove of natural wonders, with many caves and medicinal herbs, On top of the hillock a natural spring with ice cold water gushes out & it has medicinal value. A temple in its vicinity attracts a lots of pilgrims, Located at 100 kms from Bangalore.