8 Cycling Destinations and Tours in Bangalore

Numerous organisations organise frequent bicycle tours in Bangalore's vibrant cycling community. Most cycling excursions allow you to cycle among lakes, hills, woods, and other local tourist attractions while taking in the fresh air with your friends and family.

Also, cycling in Bangalore through bike trails makes you want to cycle to the edge of the planet because of the lush surroundings.

If you are looking for cycling routes in Bangalore, here are a few of the top options –

1. Cubbon Park

Cubbon Park lies in the heart of Bangalore, and is an ideal cycling destination. The best time to visit Cubbon Park is from the month of September to February. Hence, several cyclists love to explore all this greenery and fresh air amidst much-needed dosage of pure fresh air. The park is accessible to the public all day long, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• Distance: 15 km
• Route: Jayanagar to Cubbon Park
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

2. Bangalore University

Bangalore University is one of the most preferred cycling places in Bangalore if you live in West Bangalore. It has great roads, tree cover, rolling terrain, little traffic, places to stop and stretch, and even little stores where you can buy coconuts to hydrate yourself. That is the reason several cyclists choose to cycle through this route during weekends.

• Distance:  13 km
• Route:  Nagarbhavi Circle to Bangalore University
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

3. The Pipeline Staircase

One of the all-time favourites and a frequent destination for weekend trips is the Pipeline Staircase Surprise. If you're looking for more than just a weekend walk, the Pipeline Road provides the ideal balance of challenging and pleasant riding. Feel free to make a wrong turn on the main road; they will take you to village roads that are much more tranquil and lovely.

• Distance:  104 km
• Route: Jayanagar to the Pipeline Staircase
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

4. Dodda Alada Mara

Dodda Alada Mara is a much-loved cycling destination and several cyclists love to explore this region. The best time to visit Dodda Alada mara is after the monsoon and just before summer in the months of January to April. While travelling, stay on the Tavarekere-Kengeri Road past several settlements. Here you will see tarmac hills. Around the Big Banyan, there are numerous stores where you may take a break.

• Distance:  50 km
• Route: Jayanagar to Dodda Aalada Mara
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

5. Manchanabele Dam

The Manchanabele Dam, built across the Arkavathi River, is around 40 kilometres from Bangalore. Cyclists love to visit Manchanabele dam during the winter season between October and March as the dam is full of water and the surroundings are lush green making the place look magical.

• Distance: 76.4 km
• Route: West Bangalore to Manchanabele Dam
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

6. Nandi Hills

The preferred location for cyclists in Bangalore is Nandi Betta. It's a lovely hill and is one of the best cycling places in Bangalore. The weather here is pleasant all year round but September to May is the best time to visit Nandi Hills. Several cyclists travel to this location during this time period. The path is enjoyable from beginning to end.

• Distance: 120 km
• Route: Cunningham Road – Infantry Road junction to Nandi Hills
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

7. Jayanagar

The route's starting point on the map is Jayanagar. You can proceed via Devegowda Petrol Bunk in the direction of Uttarahalli Main Road. This is an ideal cycling destination for the ones who love adventurous rides.

The weather is pleasant and the route is mesmerising, making several cyclists explore this route. If you want to go down Kanakapura Road, take the Metro back to Jayanagar.

• Distance: 104 km
• Route: Jayanagar to Kanakapura
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year

8. Nelamangala

This is one of the best cycling routes in Bangalore as it has beautiful scenery, nice roads, and little traffic. The entire journey is hilly and picturesque. That is the main reason people love to cycle through this route. The best time of year to visit Nelamangala for warm-weather activities is from mid November to early March.

• Distance: 106.4 km
• Route: Jayanagar to Nelamangala
• Activities: Photography, cycling, sightseeing
• Best Time: Throughout the year