Nandi Hills
About 1 hr 15 min by car from Bangalore
A hill fort known for sunrise above the clouds, an hour north of the city.
Why locals go
The pre-dawn drive everyone in Bangalore does at least once.
Visiting Bangalore?
At 1 hr 15 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Bangalore for your flight home.
What to book
- Sunrise at Nandi Hills
- Paragliding
- Grover Zampa winery nearby
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunrise above the clouds
- Lunch at a vineyard nearby
With friends
- Cycle up the hill before dawn
- Tandem paragliding nearby
When to go
Year-round, sunrise trips best October to February.