Bangalore to Hassan Taxi

If you are looking for a short and rejuvenating road trip, Bangalore to Hassan sounds perfect to put your plan into action. Be any occasion, road trips by private taxi are the best way to create and cherish memories with your near and dear ones. It is further enhanced with a Bangalore to Hassan car rental that ensures you have a fun filled drive with your friends and family. Hassan is one of the best destinations to visit near Bangalore within 200 km.

Ensure the early morning onset of your journey, as the traffic conditions get worse during the day. Hassan is approximately 183 kms from Bangalore and can be reached in less than 3 hours 15 minutes by road. The preferred route to get to Hassan is via NH75:

Bangalore – Nelamangala – Kunigal – Yadiyur – Channarayanapattana – Hassan

Bangalore road traffic upto the point where you meet NH 75 is almost comparable to any other city with similar driving conditions. Afterwards, most of NH 75 is well maintained and scenic. Driving on this 4-lane highway in our comfortable cabs would make you fall in love with the unpretentious countryside.

There are several good restaurants on the highway offering pleasant ambience  along with delicious food. Once you hit the road after a quick bite, the only thing which might slow you down is a series of toll gates. One can visit Adichunchanagiri Hills and Markonahalli Dam on SH84, on the way.

Another alternate route to get to Hassan is via NH 48 and NH75 which is around 216 kms and takes approximately 4 hours to travel. Hire a private taxi from Bangalore Drive and you can stop over at Nijagal betta on your way to the city. The route:

Bangalore – Neelmangala -Tumkaru – Kunigal – Yadiyur – Channarayanpattana – Hassan

Hassan is a popular tourist destination for pilgrims, history enthusiasts, and nature lovers.  Here’s a list of places to visit in Hassan during your road trip from Bangalore with Bangalore Drive: 

1. Bisle Ghat

Bisle Ghat is a reserve forest sprawling across 40 hectares of land. With rich flora and fauna, it is a sight to behold. This natural reserve stretches across the Hassan, Dakshina and Kodagu districts of Karnataka. If you are unsettled about the places to visit in Hassan, start with Bisle Ghat during your road trip with Bangalore Drive and it will bring a smile to your face!

2. Floating Church at Shettihalli

This 19th century church stands like a soldier keeping watch, besides the backwaters of Hemavathi reservoir. This intriguing structure gets submerged in the reservoir during monsoon leaving only one third of it visible. In summer and winter months, one can see the whole structure, though it’s almost in ruins.This age-old edifice is not frequented by many tourists.  If you are looking to spend some time in solitude, this is the place to be.

3. Belur

Belur is almost 47 minutes drive from Hassan city and can be reached easily with a Bangalore to Belur taxi service. It is famous for its impressive temple complex, the Chennakeshava Temple (Vijaya Narayana Temple), built by Hoysala king Vishnuvardhana to celebrate his victory over Cholas in the 11th century. 

4. Halebid

Once the capital city of Hoysala kingdom, Halebid is just 17 kms from Belur. It was formerly known as ‘Drwarasamudra’ after the Yadavas who came from Dwaraka and settled in the region. Halebid flourished during the reign of Hoysalas and saw the construction of magnificents temples and forts. Though after the invasion by the armies of Alauddin Khilji and Muhammad bin Tughlaq in the 13th century, it fell into neglect and never recovered. As a matter of fact, ‘Halebidu’ means “old house / old ruins”. However few architectural wonders still stand tall to glorify the times they once witnessed. Hoysaleshwara Temple and Kedareshwara Temple are two of such awe-inspiring and sumptuous specimens from the period. 

5. Shravanabelagola

Shravanabelagola is renowned for its elephantine Lord Gomateshwara statue. It was constructed by Chamundarya in 981 AD atop Vindhyagiri Hill. You have to trudge up to 700 steps to have a close up view of this colossal marvel. This monolithic sculpture proposes the idea of great vigor devoid of rage and anger. It is one of the most revered pilgrims for the people of Jain faith and should not be missed during your Hassan trip with Bangalore Drive taxi service.

Hassan is a favored destination for road trips. Hire a private taxi from Bangalore Drive and explore its well known historical monuments, architecturally elaborate temples and nature treks.

You can enjoy a tour at Kadamane Tea Estate, which is an anomaly in the region known for coffee plantations. Tourists often enjoy Coffee Plantation visits, which are organised by homestay owners and private tour operators. Bird lovers can enjoy watching and capturing exotic avians in their lens in forests of Sakleshpur, backwaters of Gorur Dam and even Coffee Plantations.

Bisle Ghat Trek provides one with a prospect of getting to know nature and its magnificence. In this reserve forest area there are several hillocks suitable for trekking like Pushpagiri, Kumara Betta, Yennikallu and more.

History admirers can enjoy a number of heritage sites in the region. Temples at Belur and Halebid are famous architectural spectacles. Manjarabad Fort is yet another classical monument to check out during your Hassan trip with Bangalore to Hassan car rental.

Hassan is also a popular choice of destination for pilgrimage. Lord Gomateshwar at Shravanabelagola, Hasanamba Temple, Lord Nageshwar and Chennakeshava Temples at Mosale, Lord Kedareshwara Temple, Lakshminarasimha Temple at Javagal are few of the spiritual places which draw a large number of devotees and tourists to the city.

Bengaluru or Bangalore is a demographically divergent city, and is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in India. It is the capital of Karnataka state. Foundation of the modern city of Bengaluru was laid down by Kempe Gowda, a ruler under the Vijayanagara Empire in 1537.

Bengaluru or Bangalore, once known as the “Garden City”, has long become the “Silicon Valley” of India, owing to its tremendous growth in the area of software services.This city can be called the “delight” of any traveler, offering a blend of modern and heritage buildings ranging from planetariums to palaces, ultra modern malls to historic temples, garden parks to extraordinary treks etc. Few of the noteworthy tourist attractions of Bangalore are: Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, Vidhan Soudha, Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Bull Temple, Bannerghatta Biological Park, Jawahar Lal Nehru’s Planetarium, etc. Give yourself a chance to enjoy the pristineness of nature and experience the rich cultural heritage on this trip.

The government-run Hotel Mayura Shanthala offers clean rooms near the bus stand – nothing fancy but reliable. Hotel Hassan Ashok brings mid-range comfort with good service. For modern amenities, try Southern Star or Hoysala Village Resort – both offer peaceful settings away from town bustle.

Skip the modern malls and head to B.M. Road for local shopping. The Karnataka State Handicrafts Emporium stocks genuine Bidriware and sandalwood items. For authentic coffee and spices, try the Hassan Agricultural Produce Market – better prices than tourist shops.

October to February brings clear skies and cool weather – perfect for exploring Hassan’s outdoor temples and monuments. March and April stay warm but comfortable. Monsoons (June-September) turn everything green, but expect occasional rain delays. December sees local festivals, adding extra charm to your visit.

Hotel Swathi’s pure vegetarian thali hits the spot after temple visits. For local flavors, try Hoysala Food Court’s benne dosa. Malnad Donne Biryani at Hotel Ashoka is worth trying. Need a coffee break? Hassan Coffee Cup serves local estate brews without tourist markups.