Bangalore weekend plan with something new: a mermaid show Saturday
Note: Mermaid show timings keep changing. Always call +91 96063 11881 or check with the staff at the ticket counter before you come for the mermaid show.
A sample weekend plan
Saturday
- Morning: breakfast in Malleswaram or a walk in Cubbon Park.
- Midday: Bangalore Palace, close to Palace Grounds. Check their current fees.
- Afternoon: Aquarium Paradise. Catch the 3:00 PM or 5:00 PM mermaid show.
- Evening: the diver feeds the fish at 6:30 PM. Stay for the 7:40 PM show if you missed the earlier ones.
Sunday
- Option one: a full day at Fun World next door. The adult ticket is ₹1,499 on weekends and covers rides and Water World.
- Option two: a slow morning at Lalbagh, then lunch in Jayanagar or Basavanagudi.
The mermaid show is complimentary with entry, subject to availability, and can change without notice. Check the mermaid page on the day.
What is new at the aquarium
- India's longest underwater tunnel.
- A jellyfish room with reflective walls.
- Indoor man-made waterfalls.
- Fish such as the moray eel, tarpon and sun catfish.
- The Mermaid Makeover Experience for kids, bookable on the offers page.
Weekend prices
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
To save on a weekend: AQUA100 for ₹100 off online, B2G1 (buy 2, get 1 free) when you book a day ahead, or COMBO20 for 20% off an aquarium and Fun World combo.
Weekend tips
- Book a day ahead if you plan to use B2G1.
- Ticket counters close at 7:15 PM.
- Bags are not allowed and there is no bag storage.
- No outside food or drinks; water bottles are fine.
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About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is an indoor aquarium at Palace Grounds, Jayamahal Main Road, opposite TV Tower, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru 560006, inside the Fun World complex next to Fun World and Snow City. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and ticket counters close at 7:15 PM. Call +91 96063 11881 for booking help.
FAQs
Is the mermaid show on weekends?
Yes. It runs on Saturdays and Sundays, and Wednesdays, subject to availability.
What are weekend ticket prices?
Adults pay ₹599 and kids pay ₹549 on weekends and holidays.
Can I use B2G1 on a weekend?
Yes, if you book online a day ahead. Check the offers page for current terms.
What is the Mermaid Makeover Experience?
A kids' experience bookable on the offers page. Ask us for current details.
Can I do Fun World and the aquarium on the same weekend day?
Yes. They share a complex, and COMBO20 gives 20% off a combo ticket.