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What are the top travel tips for Mysore Palace?

Shoes must be deposited outside. Palace illumination is on Sunday evenings only. No photography allowed inside the main building.

Mysore Palace, Karnataka – Travel Guide, Best Time to Visit & Tips (2026)

About Mysore Palace

The official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore.

Best Time to Visit

October to February

Includes the spectacular Dasara festival in October when the entire palace is illuminated with nearly 100,000 bulbs.

Entry Fee · Tickets

How much does it cost to visit Mysore Palace?

Visitor CategoryPrice

Indian Adult
₹100
SAARC
₹100
Foreign National
₹200
Children (10 – 18)
₹50
Children below 10
Free

Additional charges

Sound and light show (English / Kannada)Adult / Child — 7 p.m. on most evenings except Sundays and government holidays
₹100 / ₹70
Sunday illumination viewing100,000 bulbs light the palace from 7 to 7:45 p.m. every Sunday and on public holidays
Free
Camera / phone depositAll photography is banned inside; phones and cameras must be checked in
Free

Open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. all days
Shoes must be deposited outside (free) — temple-style entry through the main gate
During the 10-day Mysuru Dasara (September / October) the palace is illuminated nightly and ticket prices may rise

Prices indicative — verify at the official counter or website before your visit.Updated 2025-10

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Travel Tips

Shoes must be deposited outside
Palace illumination is on Sunday evenings only
No photography allowed inside the main building

How to Reach Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace is located in Karnataka, India at coordinates 12.3051°N, 76.6551°E. You can reach Mysore Palace by air (nearest airport in Karnataka), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Mysore Palace?: The best time to visit Mysore Palace is October to February. Includes the spectacular Dasara festival in October when the entire palace is illuminated with nearly 100,000 bulbs.
What are the top travel tips for Mysore Palace?: Shoes must be deposited outside. Palace illumination is on Sunday evenings only. No photography allowed inside the main building.