Cubbon Park, officially Sri Chamarajendra Park, is a historic public park in Bengaluru’s Central Administrative Area, surrounded by civic buildings and cultural attractions. Its central location makes it easy to pair a park visit with Vidhana Soudha or other stops in the city centre.
- Location: Bengaluru’s Central Administrative Area.
- Metro access: Cubbon Park Metro Station is about 450 m from the Kasturba Road entrance.
- Typical hours: Karnataka Tourism gives the park’s hours as 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, with regular closure days.
Getting oriented inside Cubbon Park
Cubbon Park is a landscaped public space whose setting connects greenery with Bengaluru’s administrative centre. The park provides surroundings for Vidhana Soudha, the Karnataka High Court buildings, also known as Attara Kacheri, and other organisations within and along its perimeter.
The park was established in 1870 by John Meade, then Acting Commissioner of Mysore, while Major General Richard Sankey conceived its landscape. First called Meade’s Park, it was renamed Sri Chamarajendra Park in 1927 to mark the silver jubilee of Krishnaraja Wodeyar’s rule in Mysore State.
The Department of Horticulture controls the park, with its Deputy Director of Horticulture responsible for administration and maintenance. That civic role is part of the park’s character: formal institutions and public green space occupy the same central area.
Choosing paths and entrances
For metro access, Cubbon Park Metro Station on the Purple Line is about 450 m from the Kasturba Road entrance. Vidhana Soudha Metro Station, also on the Purple Line, is an alternative for access near the park’s north side.
If you are coming by car, paid parking is available near Kasturba Road and Bal Bhavan. Vehicle access on selected internal roads is restricted during morning walker hours, from 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM, and on Sundays and public holidays. The specific roads affected and parking terms can vary, so check the official site before you go.
The park’s general hours are 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, with closure on Mondays and the second Tuesday of the month. Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) is 3.0 km from the park, and Bangalore City Railway Station is 2.5 km away.
Nearby civic buildings and cultural stops
Vidhana Soudha and the Karnataka High Court buildings are among the major civic landmarks within the park’s surroundings. The Bengaluru Urban district tourism page also identifies the Government Museum and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium among nearby attractions, approximately 1–4 km from the park.
The National Gallery of Modern Art is another city landmark to include in a wider cultural outing. Its galleries are a separate stop from the park; plan the two as distinct visits rather than assuming they share an entrance or grounds. For details on that stop, see what to know before visiting the National Gallery of Modern Art.
Karnataka Tourism identifies the Bangalore Aquarium, Jawahar Bal Bhavan, the State Archaeological Museum and Venkatappa Art Gallery among the park’s visitor attractions. Their opening patterns differ: check the relevant official information if you plan to add one to your day.
Freedom Park is another Bengaluru park to pair with a city-centre outing; its setting and visitor details are covered in this practical guide to Freedom Park.
Planning a visit from the Majestic area
Cubbon Park is about a 16-minute drive from Hotel ABM International, which offers rooms for a Cubbon Park visit. Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station, Majestic is 3.0 km from the park.
For a city-centre day, place Cubbon Park alongside other stops according to their location and opening patterns. The park’s link with the civic landmarks makes it a natural anchor for that kind of itinerary.
How to plan a one-day route from Majestic is one way to structure the day.
The park’s general hours and listed closure days are useful starting points, but hours for the aquarium, Bal Bhavan, museum and gallery are separate. Check Karnataka Tourism’s official information before setting out, especially if a particular attraction is central to your plans.
FAQs
What is Cubbon Park’s official name?
Its official name is Sri Chamarajendra Park. It was renamed in 1927, having first been called Meade’s Park.
Which metro station serves the park?
Cubbon Park Metro Station on the Purple Line is about 450 m from the Kasturba Road entrance. Vidhana Soudha Metro Station is an alternative for access near the north side.
Who maintains Cubbon Park?
The Department of Horticulture controls the park, and the Deputy Director of Horticulture (Cubbon Park) is responsible for its administration and maintenance.