Tech Corridor
IT parks & R&D campuses
ITPL, EPIP Zone, and Prestige Tech Park are minutes away — home to major semiconductor and systems R&D centres.
The Venue · VLSID 2027
Sheraton Grand
Sheraton Grand
Whitefield
Five days of the world’s premier VLSI and embedded systems conference — hosted at a five-star convention property in the heart of Bengaluru’s tech corridor.
- Jan 2–6, 2027
- 5★ Marriott property
- Whitefield, Bengaluru
Address
Prestige Shantiniketan,
Whitefield Main Road,
Bengaluru – 560048
From Airport
~45 km · 1h drive
5★
Marriott Category
10+
Meeting & Breakout Halls
2,000+
Delegate Capacity
45 km
From BLR Airport
About the Venue
A hospitality-led home for VLSID 2027
Sheraton Grand Whitefield is a purpose-built convention property with a large plenary ballroom, multiple breakout suites, and dedicated exhibition space — all under one roof. It brings together the technical density of a research forum with the ease and comfort of a five-star stay.
Sited within the Prestige Shantiniketan mixed-use campus in Whitefield, the venue is minutes from Bengaluru’s largest IT parks and offers direct road, metro, and ride-share access from across the city and from Kempegowda International Airport.
- Fibre Wi-Fi across all halls
- On-site restaurants & cafés
- 24/7 concierge & front desk
- In-house AV & production
- Accessible entrances & halls
- Ample on-site parking
- Business centre & lounges
- Airport transfer on request
Inside the Venue
Facilities & experience
Purpose-designed for large-scale conferences — every space is tuned for keynotes, technical tracks, tutorials, exhibitions, and hallway conversations alike.
Plenary Ballroom
A pillar-less grand ballroom with theatre-style seating for keynotes, opening ceremonies, and plenary sessions.
Technical Breakouts
Configurable halls for parallel technical tracks, panels, and design contests — with pro AV and stage lighting.
Exhibition Floor
Dedicated pre-function and exhibition space for sponsor booths, poster sessions, and startup showcases.
Dining & F&B
Multi-cuisine restaurants and curated breakout catering — from Indian regional to continental menus.
Fibre Wi-Fi
High-capacity, enterprise-grade Wi-Fi across every hall — sized for streaming, demos, and live coding.
Concierge & Access
Accessible entrances, dedicated seating, on-site concierge for travel/visa assistance, and 24/7 security.
Getting Here
How to reach the venue
Whitefield is well-served by road, rail, and metro — here’s the practical playbook for international and domestic delegates.
By Air
Kempegowda International (BLR)
~45 km · 60–90 min by taxi
Direct connections to 70+ international cities. Pre-paid airport taxis and Uber / Ola are readily available at the arrival concourse.
By Rail
SMVT / Whitefield / KSR SBC
4–20 km · ride-share to venue
SMVT (Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal) and Whitefield are closest. KSR Bengaluru City Junction serves long-distance southern routes.
By Metro
Namma Metro Purple Line
Kadugodi / Whitefield stations
The Purple Line runs through Whitefield with the newest stations a short auto or ride-share from the venue. UPI accepted at gates.
Ride-share & Local
Uber · Ola · Rapido
On demand across the city
Auto-rickshaws and pre-paid taxis are widely available. Most vendors accept UPI, credit card, and cash equally.
Visa & invitations
India offers e-Visa to most nationalities. Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 30 days in advance. Conference invitation letters are available on request — email info@vlsid.org.
Weather in January
Bengaluru in January is pleasant — typically 15–28°C (59–82°F). Light layers work well; evenings can be cool. Rain is uncommon.
Around the Venue
Explore Whitefield
Bengaluru’s tech corridor — from the offices of the world’s largest semiconductor and design houses to green spaces, cafés, and craft markets.
Food & Culture
Dining & craft
Regional South Indian, pan-Asian, and world cuisines within a short ride, plus artisan markets in central Bengaluru.
Green Spaces
Parks & heritage
Cubbon Park, Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, and Bangalore Palace anchor a weekend day away from the halls.
Where to Stay
Recommended hotels
Stay at the venue for the fullest experience — or pick a partner hotel nearby. Use code VLSID27 at booking for negotiated rates.
On-site
Sheraton Grand Whitefield
Rate
Delegate rate
Distance
At the venue
The conference property. Zero-walk mornings.
Book at the venuePremium
Vivanta Bengaluru, Whitefield
Rate
From $135 / night
Distance
~3 km from venue
Short ride to venue. Full-service business hotel.
EnquireMid-Range
Lemon Tree Premier, Whitefield
Rate
From $85 / night
Distance
~4 km from venue
Daily shuttle to venue included.
Enquire
Plan Your Trip
Need help with travel or bookings?
Our local arrangements team can assist with visas, hotel blocks, and group transfers.