1. Devanahalli Fort
Devanahalli Fort is a famous old fort in Devanahalli town.
The fort covers around 20 acres. It was first built with mud in 1501. Later, it was rebuilt using stone.
The fort has 12 semi-circular bastions and old temples like Venugopalaswamy Temple and
Chandramouleshwara Temple.
A small memorial near the fort marks the birthplace of Tipu Sultan. The fort is inside Devanahalli town. Visitors can also explore the nearby local market during their visit.
- Distance: Around 5–6 km from KIADB Phase 2
- Entry: Free
- Temple timings: 7:00 AM–1:00 PM and 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
2. Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple
Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple is an old Shiva temple near Nandi Hills. It is located in Nandi Village, Chikkaballapur district.
The temple is around 1,200 years old. It was first built in the early 9th century.
Many rulers added new parts to the temple over time. These include the Ganga, Chola, Hoysala, and Vijayanagara dynasties.
The temple is around 18 km from Devanahalli and 55 km from central Bengaluru. It is known for its beautiful stonework.
- Travel: Around 20–25 minutes via NH 44
- Auto fare: Around ₹300–₹400
- Distance: 18 km from Devanahalli and 55 km from central Bengaluru
- Timings: 7:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Entry and parking: Free
3. Nandi Hills
Nandi Hills is a famous hill near Devanahalli. It is in Chikkaballapur district, around 40 km from Devanahalli.
The hill is about 1,478 metres high. People visit it for the sunrise, cool weather, Tipu's Drop, and Amruth Sarovar.
The drive takes around 1 hour. Visitors can plan a half-day or full-day trip. Most people travel by car or cab. This is a good option for early morning trips.
Entry may open earlier on some weekends for sunrise. Normal visiting hours continue during the day. Travel costs can change based on the car, season, and travel time.
- Timings: Usually 6:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Entry: Around ₹15–₹20 per person
- Parking: Around ₹15–₹60
- One-way cab: Around ₹800–₹1,200 from Devanahalli
4. Grover Zampa Vineyards
Grover Zampa Vineyards is on the Devanahalli–Doddaballapur Road. It is around 20 km from Devanahalli. The vineyard covers nearly 410 acres near Nandi Hills. Visitors can see how grapes are grown and how wine is made. They can also learn about barrel ageing.
Some tour plans include wine tasting. These may include wines like Soirée Brut and Chêne Red.
The drive takes around 30–40 minutes. A car or cab is a better choice because there are few direct public transport options.
Visitors must book before going. This is important for tours that include wine tasting and lunch.
- Tour timings: 9:30 AM–5:00 PM on weekdays
- Vineyard visit: Around ₹400
- Full tour: Around ₹850–₹1,000 per person, with tasting and lunch
5. Shree Nakoda Avati 108 Jain Temple
Shree Nakoda Avanti 108 Parshwanath Jain Tirth Dham is a famous Jain temple near Devanahalli. The temple is located at Binnamangala on NH 44. It is around 5 km south of Devanahalli and about 39 km from central Bengaluru.
The temple campus covers 11 acres of land. It has a main temple with 108 small temples around it. Around 300 idols are placed across the campus.
The temple can be reached from Devanahalli in about 5–10 minutes.
Visitors can also have traditional Jain meals at the temple’s bhojanshala. It is useful for people planning a longer visit.
- Timings: 6:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Entry/parking: Free
- Meal timings: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM and 4:30 PM–6:00 PM
- Private cab from central Bengaluru: ₹2,400–₹3,500
- BMTC 298-series bus: Under ₹15
- Auto fare: Around ₹80–₹120
