Bengaluru’s City Market usually means Krishna Rajendra Market, also called K.R. Market, a public market in the city’s central area. You can reach it by metro or bus.
- Market name: Krishna Rajendra Market, or K.R. Market.
- Getting there: K.R. Market metro station or buses from different parts of Bengaluru.
Which City Market Do These Details Refer To?
In central Bengaluru, “City Market” usually refers to Krishna Rajendra Market, commonly shortened to K.R. Market. The BBMP Market Department regulates public markets and vehicle movement around them; its general information does not give visitor hours or weekly closure days for K.R. Market.
The market area is known for early-morning trading. Produce such as flowers, vegetables and fruit arrives from nearby cities for sale to shopkeepers and wholesale merchants.
For a broader orientation to the area, read the City Market Bengaluru guide.
How to Check Current Market Hours
Karnataka Tourism lists Jamia Masjid’s visiting hours as 5:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; those are the mosque’s hours, not K.R. Market’s.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 4:30–22:30
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
For a visit, look for current information from the BBMP Market Department before choosing a time. The market’s early-morning trading pattern describes its activity, but it does not establish a public opening time.
Getting to the Market
You can reach K.R. Market by metro to K.R. Market station or by bus from different parts of Bengaluru. From Gangothri for a City Market visit, the market is about a 24-minute drive.
Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation says train timings can change in response to planned activities, and additional trains may run from selected intermediate stations when demand increases. If you’re taking the metro, check the BMRCL official site before you go.
Parking and Vehicle Access
BBMP says it arranges parking at some major markets through annual tenders and regulates vehicle movement outside public markets. If you’re driving, check current parking arrangements and charges with an official source before leaving.
Planning Around a Busy Market Visit
K.R. Market is an early-morning trading area, with produce arriving from nearby cities for wholesale and shopkeeper sales. That pattern can help you understand the market’s role, but it isn’t a published recommendation for visitor timing or a guide to how long a visit takes.
Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace is 1.2 km from Jamia Masjid, Cubbon Park 1.4 km away, Lalbagh 2.2 km away and Basavanagudi Bull Temple 3.6 km away. These distances describe the locations in relation to Jamia Masjid, not the market entrance.
What to Confirm Before Leaving
Before you set out, confirm whether the market is open, how to reach it, and whether parking is available if you’re driving. For metro travel, check BMRCL’s current service information; for market details, use BBMP Market Department information.
FAQs
What is Bengaluru’s City Market officially called?
The market usually meant by “City Market” is Krishna Rajendra Market, also known as K.R. Market.
Can you reach City Market by metro?
Yes. K.R. Market station serves the market, and buses also run to the area from different parts of Bengaluru. Check current metro service information with BMRCL.
Are parking fees confirmed?
Confirm parking details before driving there.