Karnataka Travel Guide: Top things to do in Karnataka & Best Karnataka Attractions

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Ranked as the fourth most popular tourist state in the country, Karnataka is a flourished and a compelling state loaded with glittering palaces, national parks, picturesque landscapes, ancient ruins, yoga centers, and renowned itinerants' hang-outs. To add to it, Karnataka is a booming hub of adventure and water sports activities too. With abundant of clean beaches, lush green parks and architectural wonders have made Karnataka a top tourist attraction.

Language

Kannada

Population

6.41 crores

Currency

INR RUPEES

Time Zone

GMT+5:30

Dialing Code

080

Best Time to Visit Karnataka

October to April is the best time to visit Karnataka. Owing to its location, the climate remains on the warmer side throughout the year. Winters are mild, summers are hot and humid, and monsoon arrives early here. Hence, the best time to visit Karnataka depends on several factors such as rainfall, activities, hotel prices, and more.

Weather in Karnataka

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March to June is the summer season in Karnataka where the temperature ranges between 28 to 44°Celsius. Monsoons start from July and lasts till September. The southern and northern regions receive rainfall between 750 mm and 1300 mm and the coastal areas receive rainfall of 3456 mm. Winter season begins in October and lasts till February. The temperature is extremely pleasant for the tourists.

Places To Visit in Karnataka

Bangalore

Known as the Silicon Valley or the Garden City of India, Bangalore is the capital city of Karnataka and one of the famous tourist places in Karnataka. It is a colorful city and one of the popular tourist destinations to visit in Karnataka. The IT hub here offers a cosmopolitan setting and people from different parts come and settle here for work. Full of wildlife, museums, nature, ruins, architectural wonders, and gardens, Bangalore is a treat for tourists and explorers.
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Coorg

A quaint hill station, Coorg is aptly called the ‘Scotland of India’ and is considered as one of the best tourist places in Karnataka. Its incredible beauty makes it one of the most interesting places to visit in Karnataka. Endowed with coffee estates, luxuriant greenery, wildlife sanctuaries, monasteries, and stunning waterfalls, Coorg has it all. Some of the famous places to visit in Coorg are Abbey Falls, Nisargadhama, Irupu Falls, Raja’s Seat, Madikeri Fort etc.
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Gokarna

Tourists who are looking for relaxation and solemn pleasure should definitely visit Gokarna at least once in their lifetime. This low-key, rare and less-commercialized beach destination has won hearts of over millions of travelers and backpackers in India. With its pristine beaches and exciting water sports, has made it is one of the best places to visit in Karnataka.
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Hampi

Hampi is a small Kannada village which is now recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This village in Karnataka showcases ruins and historical remnants of Vijayanagara Kingdom. History enthusiasts and architecture researchers flock in thousands of number here annually. Having almost 500 architectural structure in its ruins, Hampi makes it one of the best historical places in Karnataka.Things to do in Karnataka
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Things To Do in Karnataka

Spot a tiger in National Park

Forget other states in the country as Karnataka has the largest number of tigers in India. Spotting a tiger in a forest is always luck. But don’t regret if you don’t see one, because there are many other wild animals which are fascinating too.You can visit various national parks likeNagarahole, Kabini, Bandipur, Bhadra, BR Hills or Dandeli. This is one of the must things to do in Karnataka!
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Trek in the Western Ghats

The rain showers have stopped. The hills are elegantly green and fresh. The weather is whimsical. What else does a trekker seek for? Yes, Karnataka has some beautiful trails in the Western Ghats for you to explore itsnature’s beauty.
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River rafting in Dubare/Dandeli

Want to do to some exciting stuff? If yes, then enjoy river rafting in Dandeli in Uttara Kannada and in Dubarein Coorg. It is an adventure satiating activity that enables you to feed your thirst for some adventure related-activities. Pin this experience.
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Snorkeling and Scuba diving in Netrani

Looking for undersea adventure? If yes, then snorkeling and scuba diving in Netrani, located West coast off Murudheswaris an out of the world experience. Also recognized as the Pigeon Island, Netrani appears heart shaped from above and has various varieties of coral reefs and sea life. It is also known as the 'heart of India's diving'.
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