Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple: Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathi temple complex houses many shrines dedicated to Sharavu, Kadri, Mangaladevi and Kudroli but the one that stands out the most is the 800-year old shrine of Sri Sharavu Sharabeshwara in the Sri Mahaganapathi Kshetra.

Kadri Temple: About 5 Km from the city centre, this temple is the abode of Lord Manjunatha. Installed by a Siddha (Sage) by name Machendranatha, this temple is believed to be of the - 10th Century. The salient feature of this temple is the ever-flowing water from the “Gomukha” meaning “from the mouth of cow’s idol”, It is believed to have curing properties for some skin diseases.

These days the water is utilised for farming nearby. This temple also has a cave called “Pandava Guhe” it is believed that the Pandavas came to this cave & stayed there. Another unique feature of this temple is that the temple tank or the “Kalyani” is at a higher level than the temple itself, which is not the case in any of the other temples where the tank is, situated much below the temple height.

Udipi: About 60 km north of Mangalore is the pilgrim centre of Udipi, with its famous Krishna temple. It was here that the saint Madhavacharya preached his philosophy of dualism 700 years ago. Udipi is also a household name in India for its famous cuisine spread all over the country by the ubiquitous “Udipi restaurants”.

Mangaladevi Temple: About 3 Km from the city center this temple has a history of how Mangalore got its name. Goddess Mangala Devi, the divine mother was immensely pleased with the devotion of Bhargava and told him that she would dwell in his place as “Mangala Devi” to be worshipped by devotees. People started knowing this place as Mangalapura, which later became Mangalore.

St Aloysius College Chapel: At the center of the sprawling 37 acres Aloysius campus established more than a century ago in 1880, stands the St. Aloysius College chapel. It is dedicated to Aloysius Gonzaga who served the victims of plague in the 16th century Rome. The walls, ceiling, altar and pillars are covered in paintings and frescos created by a Brother Antonio Moscheni from 1899 to 1900. The magnificence of the detailed painting overwhelms the first time visitors as well as the regular worshippers who haven’t seen the grandeur of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City.

Sultan Battery: This watchtower was built by Tipu Sultan to prevent enemy warships from entering the Gurpur River. Cannons mounted on vantage points of the tower used to mow down the enemy with enormous firepower. Remnants of the original fort-like structure today constitutes what is called the Tipu’s well. It is today a deserted spot but its construction is bafflingly exquisite.

Light House Hill-Garden: Situated 1 Km. away from Bus Stand, the garden offers beautiful sea view, sunset view and one can also see the sailing ships and boats on the sea.

Kudroli Gokarnath Temple: It is situated 3 Km. away from main Nehru Maidan Bus Stand. Recently this temple has been renovated and now it is one of the tourist attraction places in Mangalore.

Mangalore Beaches: Ullal beach is one of the most famous beaches of Mangalore. It is about 12 Kms from the city centre. This beach houses the famous Summer Sands Resorts. Mangalore also has two more beaches called Taneerbhavi & Panambur beaches which are nearer to the Mangalore Port. All the beaches in Mangalore are very clean & it is delight to visit beaches of Mangalore.