Mysore Palace Tours and Tickets
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Mysore Palace
Mysore Palace is a must-visit for architecture lovers and history buffs.
The palace grounds are free to visit, but entering the interior requires a ticket.
Sound-and-light shows are held every night, except Sundays.
Note that photography is prohibited inside the palace.
Shoes must be taken off before entering, though lockers are available at the gate.
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Admission prices to Mysore Palace vary, depending on your country of origin. Indian nationals pay 120 Indian rupees for adults and 70 Indian rupees for young people aged 10–18. Foreign nationals pay 1,000 Indian rupees per person, which includes an audio guide (available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and some Indian languages). Kids aged under 10 get free entry, regardless of nationality.
Yes, Mysore Palace is definitely worth visiting—it's the top attraction in this southern city. Travelers interested in architecture, design, and history will enjoy touring the large palace, which was built in the early-20th-century Indo-Saracenic style. The interiors are as impressive as the exterior. Visit independently—the foreign visitor ticket includes an audio guide—or on a guided tour of Mysore's top attractions.
Per one customer who booked the Best of Mysore, UNESCO Somnathpur Temple & Srirangapatna Day Tour, "We had a private tour (3 persons) and absolutely loved it. The car was comfortable with A/C, and the driver was very careful and professional. Our guide, Faizan, made the entire day a truly unforgettable experience. He shared fascinating stories and explained the history behind every place we visited in a very engaging way. The tour was wonderfully balanced—from exploring beautiful landmarks and cultural sites to wandering through the lively local market."
Yes, the evening sound-and-light show at Mysore Palace is worth attending. Lights and stories are projected outside the palace, accompanied by narration in Kannada, with Hindi and English translations on certain days. Shows are held from 7pm Monday to Saturday and last 40 minutes.
To tour Mysore Palace in the daytime, allow 2–3 hours. The audio-guide tour (included with the ticket cost for non-Indians, and Indians can pay extra for it) lasts an hour but can be stopped and started when needed. The evening sound-and-light shows last around 40 minutes and begin at 7pm.
To tour the inside of Mysore Palace, visit between 10am and 5:30pm, when it’s open. However, this isn’t the only worthwhile time to visit. Every Sunday and public holiday between 7pm and 7:45pm, Mysore Palace is lit up with around 100,000 bulbs. Additionally, sound-and-light shows are held Monday–Saturday evenings at 7pm.
No, there’s no dress code to visit Mysore Palace. Any tidy attire is acceptable. Mysore’s climate is generally hot year-round, and there are opportunities to explore the palace’s grounds, so most visitors will be more comfortable wearing light, loose clothing that protects them from the sun. Don’t forget a sunhat, too.
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