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Plan your trip to Bengaluru

Bengaluru, India · 22–24 JAN 2027

Getting to Bengaluru, where to stay, visa guidance for international delegates, and what to expect from the city in January. The venue is confirmed closer to the event; ticket holders are notified by email first.

Getting to Bengaluru

By air

  • Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), direct flights from all major Indian and international cities.
  • Well connected to Singapore, Dubai, London and other APAC hubs.
  • Airport to city centre is about 60 minutes by cab.

By train

  • Bengaluru City Junction (SBC) is well connected nationally.
  • Rajdhani, Shatabdi and Vande Bharat services run from major cities.

By road

  • National highways connect Mysore (150 km), Chennai (350 km) and Goa.
  • Uber and Ola operate across the city for intra-city travel.

Where to stay

Hotels used by delegates in central Bengaluru. Conference rates are announced closer to the event. USD rates are converted at ₹96 to $1.

  • The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru

    5-star

    ₹18,000+ / $188+ per night

  • ITC Gardenia

    5-star

    ₹14,000+ / $146+ per night

  • Shangri-La Bengaluru

    5-star

    ₹12,000+ / $125+ per night

  • Taj West End

    5-star

    ₹15,000+ / $156+ per night

  • Lemon Tree Premier

    4-star

    ₹5,000+ / $52+ per night

Visa information

Requirements for international delegates travelling to India. Check the rules for your own passport before booking.

United States

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Apply via indianvisaonline.gov.in

United Kingdom

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Apply via indianvisaonline.gov.in

Australia

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Apply via indianvisaonline.gov.in

Singapore

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Often processed within 72 hours

Thailand

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Apply via indianvisaonline.gov.in

Vietnam

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Apply via indianvisaonline.gov.in

Philippines

e-Visa required

Processing 3–5 days

Apply via indianvisaonline.gov.in

Invitation letters

We issue official invitation letters to support visa applications. Email support@adsummits.org with your passport details, at least 30 days before travel.

About Bengaluru

India's technology capital: home to 13,000+ startups and global R&D centres, with a long-standing café and dining scene across Indiranagar and Koramangala.

January weather

Dry and pleasant, 15–27°C. Light layers for evenings.

Food

Masala dosa, bisi bele bath, filter coffee and a broad global dining scene.

Getting around

Uber and Ola, Namma Metro, and auto-rickshaws for short trips.

Local notes

Currency is INR, cards are widely accepted, English is widely spoken.

Explore Bengaluru

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden
  • Cubbon Park
  • Bangalore Palace
  • ISKCON Temple
  • UB City and Koramangala nightlife
  • Day trip to Nandi Hills or Mysore