Best places for kids in Bangalore: parks, museums and an aquarium
Parks
- Cubbon Park: space to run, with the Bal Bhavan children's area nearby.
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: the lake, the glasshouse and big trees.
Museums and shows
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: science kids can operate.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: sky shows.
- HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum: real aircraft.
Animals and fish
- Bannerghatta Biological Park: zoo and safari.
- Aquarium Paradise: an underwater tunnel, jellyfish room, and a free mermaid show listed on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Confirm show times on the mermaid page.
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.
Rides
- Fun World: a kids zone, family rides and Water World. See the amusement park page.
- Wonderla: a large park on Mysore Road.
For places we do not run, check fees and hours on their official sites.
Prices at Palace Grounds
| Ticket | Weekdays | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Aquarium kids (80 to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
| Aquarium adult | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Fun World child (80 to 140 cm) | ₹999 | ₹999 |
| Fun World adult | ₹1,199 | ₹1,499 |
COMBO20 gives 20% off a Fun World and aquarium combo. At the aquarium, B2G1 gives buy 2 get 1 free when booked online a day ahead. See the aquarium offers.
Good to know
- The aquarium has no age restriction and allows infant food and water bottles, but no bags.
- Fun World allows outside food. Water rides need 100% nylon clothing.
- The aquarium stays open till 8:00 PM, Fun World till 7:00 PM.
- Some water attractions at Fun World need a minimum height of 48 inches, and height rules vary by ride, so check before kids queue.
- Lockers at Fun World are free with a refundable ₹500 cash deposit.
- Paid parking is on site at Palace Grounds.
More: places for kids in Bangalore and one-day outings for kids.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise sits inside the Fun World complex at Palace Grounds, next to Fun World and Snow City. Tickets start at ₹449 for kids on weekdays, a visit takes 1 to 2 hours, and you can call +91 96063 11881 with questions.
FAQs
Which places in Bangalore suit young kids?
Cubbon Park, Lalbagh, Aquarium Paradise and the kids zone at Fun World all work for younger children.
Can kids do Fun World and the aquarium in one day?
Yes. They share a complex, and COMBO20 gives 20% off the combo.
What clothes do kids need for Water World?
100% nylon clothing. You can bring it or buy it at the venue.
Is outside food allowed?
At Fun World, yes. At the aquarium, only infant food and water bottles.
Which kids place stays open late?
Aquarium Paradise is open till 8:00 PM, with counters closing at 7:15 PM.