Mangalore Travel Guide – A Local’s Perspective
We’re not a travel blog — we are a technology company headquartered in Mangalore since 2011. And yes, we absolutely love this city. This is our home.
Known by many names:
- Kudla (Tulu)
- Kodial (Konkani)
- Mangaluru (Kannada)
- Maikala (Beary)
- Mangalapuram (Malayalam)
Mangalore isn’t just about beaches, temples, and food… okay, who are we kidding — it is, but it’s also so much more.
It is the second biggest city in Karnataka, and here’s why it stands out.
Mangalore Rankings in India
- #1 Highest Coffee Export
- #1 Lowest Crime
- #8 Biggest Sea Port
- #12 in GDP & Per Capita
- #29 Busiest Airport
Mangalore Rankings in Karnataka
- #1 in Skyscrapers / Sq. Km.
- #1 in Human Development Index
- #1 in Literacy
- #1 in Education
- #2 in Hospitals and Medicine
- #2 in GDP & Per Capita
- #4 Biggest City by Population
Where to Stay?
Airbnbs:
- Multiple great options across the city
Budget Hotels:
- (Add based on preference)
Mid-Range Hotels:
- Ginger Hotel
- BMS Hotel
Luxury Hotels:
- Ocean Pearl
Starting from Bangalore? Here’s the itinerary
Day 1
6:00 AM
Start from Bangalore via NH 75 (Shiradi Ghat)
9:30 AM
Breakfast – Hotel Dhruvathare
11:00 AM
Tea at Ossor
2:00 PM
Lunch – Machali
Alternatives: Giri Manja’s
5:00 PM
Visit NITK Surathkal Beach & Lighthouse
7:00 PM
Ice Cream at Pabbas
Day 2
8:30 AM
Breakfast – Hotel Karthik
10:00 AM
Pilikula Zoo
1:30 PM
Lunch – Hotel Narayana
Specials: Pomfret, Anjal, Buttermilk, Fish Curry Rice
4:30 PM
Sulthan Bathery
Ferry ride to Tannirbavi Beach
7:00 PM
Churmuri at Kamath’s Condiments (Carstreet)
Ask for: “Shilpa’s Bavaji’s Special”
9:00 PM
Dinner – Nosh’s Cafe (MasterChef India Winner)
Day 3
6:00 AM
Old Mangalore Port
8:30 AM
Breakfast – Taj Mahal
10:00 AM
Kudroli Temple
1:00 PM
Lunch – Veg Restaurant
Day 4
8:30 AM
Breakfast – Kartik Hotel
Specials: Benne Masala Dose, Tuppa Dose, Buns, Golibaje, Special Coffee/Tea
Take NH 73 via Charmadi Ghat
10:30 AM
Ermayi Falls
1:00 PM
Lunch – Anil Hotel (Kottigehara)
2:00 PM
Devaramane Hike
Extended Places to Explore
If you have more time, explore nearby regions:
- Maravanthe Beach Drive
- Kudremukh Jeep Ride
- St. Lawrence Shrine Basilica, Karkala
- Gomateshwara Statue, Karkala
- Malpe Beach
- St. Mary’s Island
- Bekal Fort
- Kudlu Falls
Things to Do
- Kayaking
- Planetarium visit
- Shopping (local markets & city centers)
Conclusion
We love Mangalore, and we want more people to experience this beautiful city.