Somnathpur
Situated 14 Km east of Mysore, the star shaped Somnathpur Temple in the small village here is exquisitely carved. Build around 1260 AD this magnificent temple is a masterpiece of Hoysala Architecture.

Srirangapatna
The old Capital of Tipu Sultan is situated 15km east of Mysore. The Fort here is located on an island in the river Cauvery. A mosque, a temple, Tipus summer palace; Daria Daulat ornamented with wall paintings and Gumbaz; his Mausoleum with ivory inlaid doors are all seen inside the Fort.

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
Located 20km from Mysore, covering an area of 67 sq.kms, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary lies on the banks of river Kaveri. This tourist destination offers a close look at birds from as far away as Siberia, Australia and North America. It is an important Asian nesting and breeding ground for migratory birds from across the earth. Best time to visit this sanctuary is June to November.

Bandipur National Park
The park established in the year 1974, with an area of  874sq.km is nestled in the foothills of the Nilgiris. The nearest railhead is Nanjangud 55km away and the airport is Mysore 80km away from the park. The landscape is hilly, traversed by rivers and gorges. The animals found here are tiger, leopard cat, sloth bear, four horned antelope, elephant, flying squirrel, mouse deer etc. The reptiles are mugger and monitor lizard. The main birds are spoon bill, jungle fowl, partridge, bush quail, wood peckers, teel and coot.

November to April are the best months for visiting the park. Rest houses are available in the park.  For more information contact, Field Director, Bandipur Tiger Reserve, Mysore-570004 or Field Director, Project Tiger, Government House Complex, Irwin Rd.         Read more details..

Sravanabelagola

Located 84 km north of Mysore. The Statue of the Jain saint Gommateshwara carved in AD 981 is situated in this small town. This colossal monolithic statue, 58 ft high, naked, with 26 ft wide shoulders, 10-ft of its feet is said to be one of the tallest statues in the world.

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Nagarhole (Rajiv Gandhi) National Park
93 Km south west of Mysore, between Kodagu and Mysore districts.  

This park was established in 1954.  The forest covered with valuable teak and rosewood trees and the Kabini River which flows through it provide a perfect habitat for many wild animals and birds. The 'Kuruban' (honey gatherers) tribes and various other tribes live here.  For accommodation and transport contact Asst. Conservator of forests, Wild life Sub-Division, Van Vilas Marg,  Mysore or Wild life Preservation, Chamarajendra circle.         More details..