Botanical Garden Lingambudhi Lake
About Botanical Garden Lingambudhi Lake
Botanical Garden Lingambudhi Lake is a scenic green space beside the historic Lingambudhi Lake in Mysuru. Spread across about 15 acres, it is designed with clearly labelled plant sections and features around 300 species of plants, including fragrant, rose, topiary, native, medicinal, aromatic, palm, and minor fruit varieties.
The garden is especially attractive for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and photographers. Visitors can enjoy the lily pond, pergolas, gazebo, children’s park, stone benches, and seasonal flower displays, while the lake nearby adds a calm, open backdrop. The area is known for attracting birds and butterflies, making it a pleasant place for slow walks and relaxed outings.
Lingambudhi Lake itself is one of Mysuru’s oldest and largest lakes, built in 1828 by Krishnaraja Wodeyar III. The combined lake-and-garden setting offers a quiet alternative to busier tourist spots, with a strong focus on greenery, biodiversity, and peaceful recreation.
Boating is not allowed, helping preserve the calm environment and protect migratory birds. It is best visited for a morning or evening stroll, especially when the weather is pleasant and the garden is at its most peaceful.
Lingambudhi Kere, Ramakrishnanagar, Mysuru, Karnataka 570023, India
Usually calm; slightly busier during mornings and weekends
How RutMe scores this
Botanical Garden Lingambudhi Lake is a calm, nature-first escape in Mysuru that blends landscaped greenery with the quiet beauty of one of the city’s oldest lakes. With labelled plant sections, a lily pond, birdlife, and open walking paths, it’s ideal for visitors who want a slow, restorative outing rather than a packed sightseeing stop. The experience is especially rewarding in the morning or late afternoon, when the light is softer and birds are more active. Families, couples, seniors, and photographers will appreciate the peaceful setting, children’s park, and easygoing atmosphere. While it is not a high-adrenaline or major heritage attraction, its free entry, biodiversity, and serene lake backdrop make it a strong low-cost choice for a relaxed Mysuru visit.
- +Excellent for peaceful walks and photography
- +Very budget-friendly with free entry
- +Family-friendly with a children’s park and open green space
- –Limited accessibility for wheelchair users
- –No dedicated parking details or food options
Suggested itinerary
Arrive at the fenced lake-and-garden complex through the single main entrance gate.
Walk through the labelled sections such as rose, fragrant, medicinal, aromatic, palm, native species, and minor fruits.
Spend time near the lily pond, pergolas, gazebo, and stone benches while enjoying the landscaped greenery.
Look for birds and butterflies around the lake perimeter and capture scenic views before exiting.
What's included
- ✓Access to botanical garden and lake surroundings
- ✓Use of walking paths and seating areas
- ✓Photography opportunities
- ✕Boating (not available)
- ✕Camera fee may apply for some visits/events
Opening hours
| Monday | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
| Tuesday | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
| Wednesday | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
| Thursday · Today | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
| Friday | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
| Saturday | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
| Sunday | 05:30:00 – 19:00:00 | Last entry 18:30:00 Commonly listed as 5:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–7:00 PM; some sources mention 6 AM–6 PM. |
Show timings
| Monday | 05:30 – 09:00 | Morning Walk |
| Monday | 16:30 – 19:00 | Evening Walk |
