Pete walk, an immersive walking tour in Bangalore with a guide

Pete Walk is an immersive culture walk in Bangalore to rediscover the essence of old Bangalore in its Petes or Pettahs. The Pettah came into being on 1537 with the establishment of a mud fort by Kempe Gowda the founder of Bangalore. Over the last 250 years the Pettah has evolved into the most important commercial hub of Bangalore. Walk past quaint bazaars selling everything from textiles to silver, gold, spices, flower and bronze items to get a real feel for the oldest settlement of Bangalore. Our company is committed to strengthening local communities. We help train and employ local guides and support local businesses to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent. Our guide will be happy to talk about the community initiatives we undertake.

1. 1

   Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace - Bangalore KR Market

   45 min

   The Summer Palace of Tipu is a fascinating structure with teak pillars and frescoes. The Palace captures key milestones in Tipu’s life including his early life, economic and social reforms undertaken by him, his victories and eventual defeat as well

2. 2

   Kote Venkataramana Temple

   30 min

   We visit the magnificent Kote Venkataraman Temple. Built in the 17th century this temple follows an architecture style which is a fusion of Dravidian and Vijayanagar elements. This temple provided the setting for the treasure hunt in the book Riddle of the Seventh Stone.

3. 3

   Bangalore Fort

   30 min

   Built-in 1537 by Kempe Gowda the founder of Bangalore as a mud fort, it was reinforced with stone by Tipu’s father Hyder Ali in 1761. We will talk about how the fort played a role in the Anglo Mysore wars between Tipu and the British forces led by the legendary Lord Cornwallis.

4. 4

   KR Market

   30 min

   This is one of the busiest and most famous markets in Bangalore. The bustling market is a riot of colors and acts as a nerve center for small traders and shop owners. We will visit the Flower, Fruits and Spice markets..

5. 5

   Stop 5

   45 min

   Brnze bazaar caters to any one looking for statues and artifacts made of Bronze. It’s a mesmerizing view to look at thousands of statues of gods, men and objects We walk to the business hub for gold, silver, beads and stones like jade and emerald. It’s a haven for shoppers looking for any types of jewelry. Like kundan Sets, handmade jewelry, antique and temple Jewelry. Our next destination is a bazaar famous for textiles and specifically for Silk Sarees. Silk Sarees are a cultural icon in South India. Ranging in length from 6-9 yards, these Sarees are worn by women during auspicious occasions like a wedding or a birthday.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.