Things to do

Things to do in Mangalore

Karnataka, India

Quick answer

Start with Relax at Tannirbhavi Beach, Visit Aloysius Chapel, St. Aloysius Chapel, Sammilan Shetty's Butterfly Park. Then use the full Mangalore guide to compare travel tips, reach details, and nearby stays.

Explore things to do in Mangalore in Karnataka, India, including listed activities, hidden gems, photo spots, and practical trip notes.

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01

Relax at Tannirbhavi Beach

2 hours | Easy | Clean public beach; free entry

02

Visit Aloysius Chapel

1 hour | Easy | Beautifully painted chapel; free entry

03

St. Aloysius Chapel

A stunning 19th-century chapel situated on Lighthouse Hill, featuring gorgeous fresco paintings that cover every inch of the walls and ceiling. | 1 km

04

Sammilan Shetty's Butterfly Park

A unique private butterfly conservation reserve hosting over 150 species of colorful butterflies in a natural forest setting. | 42 km

05

Fresco paintings in Aloysius Chapel

Photo spot listed in the Mangalore destination record.

06

Arabian Sea sunset from Tannirbhavi Beach

Photo spot listed in the Mangalore destination record.

07

Spicy Fish Ghee Roast presentation

Photo spot listed in the Mangalore destination record.

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Good first tap

Relax at Panambur Beach, explore the historic 9th-century Mangaladevi Temple, and feast on delicious Ghee Roast seafood.

Travel tip

Try the legendary 'Gadbad' ice cream at Ideal Ice Cream parlors in the city.

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