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Brindavan Gardens, KRS Dam
Brindavan Gardens, below the KRS dam about 21 km from Mysuru, are open daily from 6:30 to 20:00. The musical fountain show, the reason most people come, runs from 18:30 to 19:30 on weekdays and to 20:00 at weekends and on holidays, according to Karnataka Tourism. Entry is ₹100 for anyone aged 6 and over under the 2025 state rates.
About 20 km from the city, by the KRS dam, lie the famous Brindavan Gardens, large terraced gardens laid out in a symmetrical style.
The main draw is the evening musical fountain show, when illuminated jets of water "dance" to music. The place is very popular with locals and families. If you have a spare evening and love parks, it's a pleasant trip out of town that suits Mysore's relaxed pace well.
Gardens with musical fountains
Tickets
Before you go
Timings and fountain show
| Time | |
|---|---|
| Gardens open | 6:30–20:00, every day |
| Musical fountain show, Mon–Fri | 18:30–19:30 |
| Musical fountain show, weekends and holidays | 18:30–20:00 |
Each fountain session lasts about 20–30 minutes. Karnataka Tourism suggests arriving between 18:15 and 18:45 to get a good spot; weekends are more crowded. The best plan is to come at around 17:00, walk the terraces in daylight, watch the sunset, and then stay on for the show.
Entry fee
Under the 2025 state notification (Cauvery Neeravari Nigam, which runs the dam), the rates are:
- Aged 6 and over: ₹100.
- Children aged 3–6: ₹50.
- School students: ₹5.
- Camera: ₹100.
- Parking: ₹20 two-wheeler, ₹50 three-wheeler, ₹100 car or minibus.
No separate rate for foreign citizens has been reported under the 2025 rates. Karnataka Tourism's own page still shows the older, lower prices (₹50 for adults and ₹100 for foreign nationals), so expect the higher figures at the counter.
What to see
The gardens fall in terraces below the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) dam, laid out symmetrically on either side of a long central water channel. A footbridge links the two halves. On the left are lawns, flower beds, smaller fountains and benches; on the right, more fountains, tall trees and clipped gardens; and the straight central path leads to the musical fountain area at the far end.
By day it is a big, orderly park for a stroll. After dark the channel lights up and the garden changes character: the crowd drifts toward the far end, the music starts, and jets of water twist and rise in time with old film songs, Carnatic pieces and patriotic tunes while the lights change colour with every beat. It is a family evening out, loud and cheerful rather than contemplative, and it suits Mysuru's unhurried pace.
Boating on the channel, which older guides mention, is not running at present.
👣 How to get there from Mysuru
The gardens are in Mandya district, near Srirangapatna, about 21 km from Mysuru city (around 40 minutes by road).
- By car or taxi
Take KRS Road from Mysuru. There is parking near the entrance. If you go by taxi, agree in advance that the driver waits until the show ends.
- By bus
Local buses to KRS Dam and Brindavan Gardens run regularly from the Mysuru city bus stand; the ride takes 45–60 minutes. Check the time of the last bus back before the show starts.
✅ Rules and tips
From Karnataka Tourism's visitor notes, plus the season note from India GO's Mysuru climate data.
- Food and water — Bottled water is allowed. Outside food, plastic bags and picnic setups are not; there are food stalls near the entrance.
- Time needed — About 1–1.5 hours for the garden alone, 2–3 hours with the show.
- After dark — The main paths are lit and patrolled; stay on them rather than wandering into dark or closed areas.
- Season — Mysuru is comfortable all year, with October to February the most pleasant. During Dasara (September–October) the whole area is busier and prices go up.
❓ FAQ
At what time do Brindavan Gardens open?
Every day from 6:30 to 20:00.
What is the timing of the KRS musical fountain show?
18:30–19:30 on weekdays and 18:30–20:00 at weekends and on holidays, according to Karnataka Tourism. Each session lasts about 20–30 minutes.
What is the Brindavan Gardens ticket price?
₹100 for visitors aged 6 and over, ₹50 for children aged 3–6, ₹5 for school students, under the 2025 state rates. A camera costs ₹100.
What is the best time to visit Brindavan Gardens?
Late afternoon, around 17:00, so you see the garden in daylight, watch the sunset and stay for the fountain show from 18:30.
What is Brindavan Gardens famous for?
Its terraced, symmetrical gardens below the KRS dam and the evening musical fountain show.