Kadri Manjunath Temple

The Temple is situated 4 km away from Nehru Maidan bus stand, at the foot of the Kadri hill reputedly inhabited by local Yogis. The Kadri temple, a square shrine with a pyramidal roof dates back to about 1068 A.D. The seated idol of Lokeshwara, a three-faced figure with six arms, 1.6m high is reputed to be one of the best bronze statues in India. On top of the Kadri hill, there is a 'Jogimutt' and some stone caves known as the caves of the Pandavas. They attract a lot of pilgrims every year. There is a park which has Snakes , Animals Zoo, Toy Train and a beautiful garden. St. Aloysius college Chapel The Chapel is situated a km away from Nehru Maidan bus stand, on the light house hill. The chapel built in the year 1899-1900 has exquisite frescoes covering the walls and the ceilings. The 19th century paintings were painted by the Italian trained Jesuit priest Antony Moscheni.
Open from 8.30 to 10.00 am and 3.30 to 6.00 pm.

Light House Hill-Garden

The 18th century light house, believed to have built by Haider Ali, is situated a km away from the bus stand. There is a garden and one can get a beautiful view, of the sea, the sailing ships and boats from there.

Sultan Battery

The watch tower constructed by Tipu Sultan, is situated 4 km from the city. Built in black stones, it gives the impression of a miniature fortress with its arrangements for mounting cannons all-round.

Shreemanthi Bai Memorial Government Museum

The museum just beyond the KSRTC bus stand has a small collection of antiquities. Wooden carvings of divinities such as Bhairava and Hanuman, stone sculptures dating back as early as 13C, porcelain and a remarkable bronze bell with a miniature Lakshmi shrine are found here.
Open 9 am to 5 pm except Mondays.

Mahatma Gandhi Museum

The collection in the museum includes zoology, anthropology, sculpture, art, coins and manuscripts. It is situated in Canara High School is open from 9.30 to 12.30pm and 2 to 5.30pm.