Manasa Gangotri Clock Tower
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Manasa Gangotri Clock Tower

☆☆☆☆☆· 8 visited
60 min
Duration
Free entry
Price
October to February
Best time
Clock Tower entrance inside Manasagangotri campus
Meeting point

About Manasa Gangotri Clock Tower

The Manasa Gangotri Clock Tower is a well-known landmark inside the University of Mysore’s Manasagangotri campus in Mysuru. Built during the university’s centenary celebrations, the 70-foot tower features clocks on four sides and has become an iconic point of identification within the campus.

Set in a calm, green environment, the tower is surrounded by open grounds, pathways, benches, and nearby campus facilities, making it a pleasant place for relaxed strolls and photography. Visitors often come here for morning walks, peaceful evenings, and the tower’s attractive illuminated look after sunset.

The site is appreciated for its quiet atmosphere, European-style architecture, and historical association with the University of Mysore. It is especially popular among students, locals, and travelers looking for a scenic and low-key stop in Mysuru.

Manasa Gangothiri, Mysuru, Karnataka 570006, India

Usually calm; busier during evenings and campus activity hours

How RutMe scores this

68.40
Overall

Manasa Gangotri Clock Tower is a calm, free-to-visit campus landmark that offers a pleasant break from Mysuru’s busier sightseeing circuit. Its elegant European-style design, open green surroundings, and peaceful atmosphere make it ideal for slow walks, casual photos, and a quiet pause during the day. This is not a high-action attraction, but that is exactly its charm. Visitors come here for the relaxed university setting, the iconic four-sided clock, and the soft evening ambience when the tower looks especially attractive. It works best as a short, low-cost stop for travelers who enjoy scenic, understated places with a local feel.

Adventure12.80
Family74.20
Safety79.60
Crowd78.90
Cultural63.50
Relaxation86.70
Accessibility41.30
Budget friendly98.70
Pros
  • +Free entry and very budget-friendly
  • +Calm, low-crowd atmosphere compared with major tourist sites
  • +Suitable for families, couples, seniors, and casual visitors
Cons
  • –Limited facilities such as restrooms, drinking water, and food
  • –Not wheelchair accessible and parking details are unclear
Best for FAMILYBest for COUPLESBest for SOLOBest for SENIORSBest for KIDSCULTUREHERITAGERELAXATIONPHOTOGRAPHY

Suggested itinerary

Arrival
Enter Manasagangotri Campus

Arrive at the University of Mysore’s Manasagangotri campus and walk toward the clock tower area.

First 15 minutes
View the Tower

Admire the four-faced clock tower, its European-style design, and the open plaza around it.

Next 20 minutes
Relax and Photograph

Spend time taking photos, sitting on benches, or enjoying the calm campus atmosphere.

Final 15 minutes
Explore Nearby Campus Spots

Walk around nearby campus landmarks, gardens, and open grounds before leaving.

What's included

Included
  • ✓Access to the clock tower area
  • ✓Campus park surroundings
Not included
  • ✕Guided tour
  • ✕Entry ticket fee

Opening hours

Monday08:00:00 – 19:00:00
Tuesday08:00:00 – 19:00:00
Wednesday08:00:00 – 19:00:00
Thursday · Today08:00:00 – 19:00:00
Friday08:00:00 – 19:00:00
Saturday08:00:00 – 19:00:00
Sunday08:00:00 – 19:00:00

Show timings

Monday05:30 – 08:30Morning Walk
Monday17:00 – 19:00Evening Visit

Facilities

Parking available
Restrooms
Drinking water
Guide available
Wheelchair accessible
WiFi
Food on-site
Pet friendly
Family friendly
Kid friendly
Couple friendly
Senior friendly

Nearby attractions

within 50 km

Nearby restaurants