October long weekends: Where and how to celebrate holiday season in Bengaluru

If you’ve been living in Bengaluru but have been caught up with work during the weekdays, leaving little time to explore the city’s hidden gems, or if you're from a nearby area planning a long-overdue weekend getaway with a friend, October could be the perfect opportunity to finally make that plan a reality.

Let us tell you that the coming month has three long weekends (October 1–5; October 18–20, and October 23–26). Haven’t decided how to spend these days? We’ve got some travel suggestions that are sure to brighten your mood, make you pack your bags, and set you on the vacation mode.

Long weekend destinations in Bengaluru

Call in some adventure

Adventure sports at Nandi Hills.

Wanted to feel the adrenaline rush but work load kept you busy? This October you might plan to visit multiple spots to cheer your adventure spirit and set it high. With a staycation near Nandi Halls, one plan sign up for activities like parasailing and monsoon trekking.

Fall in love with nature

A photo from Bannerghata National Park.

From taking a peaceful walk at Cubbon Park to enjoying a safari at the Bannerghata National Park, you can go on a nature trail. The city is also home to several lakes and lake-view resorts, making it a good pick for your long weekend celebration.

Give it a spiritual touch

ISKCON Bengaluru.

Nothing can beat a relaxing divine retreat after a buzzling life. Whether the goal is escape stressful routine or breathe peace, Bengaluru offers many options for exploring the spiritual You! Staying at the ISKCON facility and participating in hourly sevas, spending time at the ISHA foundation, or embracing a meditative experience at the Pyramid Valley in Bengaluru, you might plan your long weekend on a spiritually rejuvenating note.

Just party all the weekend

Representative image for a home party.

Bengaluru is synonymous with its food and beverage culture. There are a plenty of breweries in the city offering craft beers to your table. You could step into the newest bars in the city, attend mixology sessions, or just call for a reunion with old friends at your home bar. Some games, good playlist, and classic shots can set the mood right for creating memories.

So, if you are someone who is not looking for a weekend gateway outside the city. These go-to spots in the metro city could be your ultimate guide to make the most of the upcoming holiday season.