Major IT hub with ITPL, tech parks, malls, and restaurants. Home to many multinational tech companies.

About Whitefield (IT Hub)

Whitefield has transformed from a quiet Anglo-Indian settlement (founded in 1882 by British missionaries) into one of India\'s most important technology corridors. The International Tech Park (ITPB), Brigade Tech Park, Prestige Tech Park, and numerous other campuses house offices of Google, SAP, TCS, Wipro, and hundreds of other tech companies, making Whitefield effectively the Silicon Valley of India\'s Silicon Valley.

The area has developed its own ecosystem of restaurants, malls (Phoenix Marketcity, VR Bengaluru), and residential towers to serve the massive tech workforce. The dining scene reflects the cosmopolitan population — from South Indian filter coffee houses to Japanese ramen bars, from craft breweries to authentic Kerala seafood. Forum Value Mall and surrounding areas offer extensive shopping and entertainment.

Despite its IT-focused reputation, Whitefield retains traces of its heritage, with the original Christ Church (1882) and some colonial-era bungalows surviving among the glass towers. The ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna Temple on the outskirts attracts both spiritual seekers and architecture enthusiasts. For business travelers, Whitefield offers proximity to major tech campuses, modern hotel options (Marriott, Hyatt, Zuri), and an increasingly self-sufficient urban environment.

Nearby Landmarks

ITPB Tech Park Phoenix Marketcity ISKCON Temple VR Bengaluru Mall

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost INR 1000-1500
Time 70-100 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost INR 800-1200
Time 70-100 minutes

Arrivals pickup zone

Step-by-Step Directions

Board KIAS-8 bus from arrivals. Goes via outer ring road to Whitefield ITPL.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi INR 1000-1500 70-100 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare INR 800-1200 70-100 minutes Budget-conscious, app users

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

After midnight, Uber/Ola from the airport to Whitefield cost INR 1,200-1,800 and take about 60-80 minutes on empty roads. There is no direct airport bus to Whitefield. Some tech campuses arrange their own airport transfers for employees/visitors. Hotels in Whitefield can arrange pickup.

Luggage Tips

For business travelers, Uber/Ola sedans are fine for standard luggage. The long journey means comfort matters — consider Uber Premier or Ola Prime for this route. Whitefield hotels are mostly car-accessible with no luggage challenges.

Accessibility

Whitefield's tech parks are modern and mostly wheelchair accessible. Hotels (Marriott, Hyatt, Zuri) meet international standards. Public sidewalks and roads are poor for wheelchair users. The Namma Metro Purple Line extension (Whitefield station) has elevators and accessible platforms. Pre-arrange accessible transport for the airport transfer.