Why choose this Bangalore tour ?
Engaging, funny, and informative – a tour made by a book lover and author, for book lovers!
Uncover the literary treasures of Bengaluru with author Zac O’Yeah as your guide. From bustling book bazaars to heritage libraries and cafes where iconic writers have left their mark, this app-based, self-guided Book Walk is an immersive journey for anyone passionate about books, history, and the charm of old Bangalore. Explore historic bookshops on Bengaluru’s famed Church Street, walk through the green Cubbon park and discover the literary connections of some famous buildings.
This tour is self-guided so you can walk the entire 9 km route or split it into parts based on your time/interests. The app guides you to each location with interactive maps and photos.
The tour is created and narrated by Zac O’Yeah, a celebrated detective novelist and travel writer. Zac’s writings have appeared in ‘National Geographic Traveller’ and he is famous for his ”Majestic Trilogy” set in Bengaluru.
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What makes A Self-Guided Literary walk in Bangalore by author Zac O’Yeah a unique experience ?
Find out the literary connections between this famous church and Bengaluru. Then, walk through Bengaluru’s largest second-hand book market, amidst bustling vendors and street shops.
Discover a children’s library and stop by the Sheshadri Iyer Memorial Hall which houses the State central library. Then take a stroll through this serene garden and hear about groups like Cubbon Reads.
This hidden gem is a historic library known for its rich collection of books on local culture and history.
Wander Bengaluru’s literary heart, with classic and indie bookshops lining the street, offering everything from bestsellers to rare finds. Listen to the stories about the bookshops themselves and browse and shop to your heart’s content in some of the best bookstores in the city from Blossoms to Gangarams, Higginbotham’s, the Bookworm and many more
Once a colonial-era book society, this landmark traces Bengaluru’s history from printed pages to pub culture.
Stop by this iconic café, a favorite hangout for local writers and thinkers, where the coffee and ambiance are steeped in history.
Admire Bengaluru’s oldest Anglican church, with literary connections to Winston Churchill, a nod to the city’s colonial past.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total time duration is approximate and depends on whether you stop to explore museums, book stores or decide to break for coffee or snacks
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A Self-Guided Literary walk in Bangalore by author Zac O’Yeah Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Access to tour on the Tourific app for 1 year from date of booking on both iPhone and Android phones
- In-app map for navigation
- Commentary by author Zac O’ Yeah for all stops
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Not Included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Food and beverages
- Human tour guide at location
- Transport
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Tourific.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Kolkata.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
This is a digital tour with a smartphone app. You will receive a coupon code in your email which can be used to download the tour in the app. Download the ‘tourific self guided tours’ app on the IOS or Android store. Open the app and click on ‘tour code’ on the bottom bar. Enter the coupon code and sign up on the app. The tour will start to download post sign-up.
