Bored with the same old parks and movie theaters? Want to spice up your dates? You are at the right place. This list of places in and around Bangalore are perfect for couples who are looking to bring in the extra ingredient for fun and romance. Bangalore is filled with pubs and restaurants, but there are many places you can visit with your girlfriend; places which are romantic and provides the much needed privacy! So without jumping around the bush let's get down to business.

1) Lumbini Gardens

Boat rides at Nagawara Lake

This park located on the banks of the Nagawara lake is a perfect splashy getaway for couples. The lake is perfect for boat rides and also has a attached wave pool to it. The park stretches for 1.5 km along the bank of the lake and its a treat to the eyes. The serenity of the place will surely add to your date a chunk of romance. There is a floating restaurant as well in the lake.

Entry Fees and When to visit?

An Entry Fee of Rs 50 per adult is charged. Boat rides costs Rs 50 while entry to the wave pool is charged Rs 200 per head. The park remains open from 11 am to 7 pm.

2) Ulsoor Lake

Ulsoor Lake

Ulsoor lake is one of the biggest water bodies in Bangalore, stretched over an area of over 100 acres , its beauty is enhanced by the greenery of the several islands in the lake. This calming and serene landscape is perfect for couples to spend a couple of hours. The Lemon tree ,Ulsoor also provides room for unmarried couples.

Entry Fees and When to visit?

Entry is absolutely free and the lake remains open to visitors from 6 am to 8 pm.

3) Nandi Hills

The Nandi Hills is a hill fortress located 60 kms away from city of Bangalore. This fort was originally constructed by the rulers of the Ganga Dynasty and was later developed by Tipu Sultan. The hill fortress is a delicious treat to the eyes during sun rise. This weekend getaway is perfect for couples looking to spend a romantic time away from the city streets.

Entry fees and When to visit?

Rs 5 is charged as an Entry Fees. The fortress remains open to tourists from 6 am to 6 pm.

4) Wineries around Bangalore

Winery at Bangalore

A fan of fermented beverages? Go out wine tasting around the wineries on the outskirts of Bangalore. The Grover Zampa plantation, located on the foothills of Nandi hills, The Sula Vineyard, Big Banyan vineyard and Kadu Winery are some of the finest around.

Tariff and When to visit?

The minimum for a glass of wine is around Rs 400 - 500. The wineries are open from 9 am to 9 pm.

5)Wonderla

Wonderla Amusement Park

This is the perfect place for couples who wants to get some adventure in the city. The number 1 amusement park in India offers a lot of adrenaline boosting rides and thrilling water park slides!So adrenaline junkies gear up and be ready for some gruelling adventure.

Entry Fees and When to visit?

The Entry fees varies between weekdays and weekends and on season and off season. Around Rs 1500 is charged on weekends during peak seasons  while  Rs 1200 is charged during off seasons.

5) Couple Spa

Hotels in Bangalore offers a lot of couple activities, one of which is Spa. Relax with your girlfriend at a spa and get all your stressed relieved with your partner at your side. Quite a few luxury hotels near Bangalore airport and Railway station offers Spa treatment. Perfect date for a working couple.

Tariff- Spa treatments are charged Rs 850-5000.

6) Nehru Planetarium

Ideal for science enthusiasts! Couples can spend a romantic time star gazing at mid day and learning about the evolution of the universe. The shows are broadcasted in Telugu and English.

Entry fees and When to visit?

Entry is charged Rs 50 per adult , and the planetarium remains open from 10 am to 5:30 pm. Average visit duration is 2 hours.

7) Thottikallu Falls

Thottikallu falls near Bangalore

Couples looking for some outdoor adventure can visit TK falls located just 35 kms from Bangalore. To reach the waterfall couples must trek through a serene but wrenching path by the side of the cliffs. You can take a dip in the river after the tiresome trek and admire the beauty of the place with your partner.

Entry fees and when to visit?

Entry is free. The place remains open to tourists from 8 am to 5 pm, but during the dry summers the waterfalls vanishes. Best time to visit is between October to March, right after the monsoons ceases.

8) Couple-friendly Hotels in Bangalore

Couple-friendly hotels in Bangalore

Looking to spend some private time with your girlfriend? Couple friendly hotels in Bangalore is the perfect place for you! Also hotels on hourly basis can be utilized for this purpose. Just book it when you need it! After a lunch date, before a day tour etc.

Tariff and when to visit?

Couple friendly hotels in Bangalore, when booked on an hourly basis is charged Rs 1000 or more. Many hotels near Bangalore airport rents room by the hour, so you can visit any time you want.

9)Jakkur Aerodrome

Jakkur Aerodrome has something special to offer to couples looking for some adventure. Parasailing , Hot Balloon ride or even Flying a micro flight, Jakkur is the perfect place for it. Situated at the suburbs of Bangalore this place gets busy with tourists and couples on the weekends.

Entry fees and When to visit?

Parasailing will cost you Rs 600-1100 while Rs 3250 is charged for flying a micro flight. Hot air balloon rides are priced at Rs 2000 per head. The airfield remains open from 6 am to 5:30 pm.

10) Rifle Range

Rifle range at Bangalore

Want some hardcore Hollywood action in your love life?  The rifle range is the perfect place for that! Shoot some guns with your partner and show them you'll be the perfect man during an apocalypse!

Session Fees and when to visit?

Guns for Glory Shooting Academy, Target sports Shooting Academy and Nishaan Shooting Academy are the 3 shooting ranges available in Bangalore. Each session is charged Rs 5500 onwards . These shooting ranges are open from 9 am to 6 pm.

12) Lal Bagh

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

The medieval botanical garden planned and decorated by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan is a perfect walk park for couples. The garden is ornamented by exotic plants and a beautiful green house filled with flowering plants.

Entry fees and When to visit?

Entry fees to the garden is Rs 10. The Garden remains open from 6 am to 7 pm throughout the year.  

13) Stand up Comedy

Stand up comedy night

A comedy night will make both of you laugh your heads' off. A full 120 minutes of tummy tickling laughter accompanied by some beer and snacks will surely make your evening romantic and cherishable.

Entry fees and When to visit?

Price for 2 ranges between Rs 800-2000. Check online the availability of tickets and the day of the week its being held. Comedy events at different laugh clubs happens almost twice or thrice a week.

14) Hebbal lake

Hebbal Lake

The Hebbal lake is a serene lake cum park situated at the outer ring road in Bangalore. The lake gets regular visits from a huge varieties of birds and is a perfect place for boating and bird-watching. Surely a very romantic place during dawn and dusk.

Entry fees and when to visit?

Entry is charged Rs 10. The lake is open from 7 am to 8 pm.

So just pick a spot and visit there with your girlfriend. Surely your going to have a wonderful time! Happy dating!!