Best places to visit in Bangalore with family
Gardens and open space
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: the glasshouse, old trees and flower shows. Go in the morning when it is cooler.
- Cubbon Park: central, shaded and easy for grandparents and small kids alike.
- Ulsoor Lake and Sankey Tank: lakeside walks for a slower evening.
Heritage and history
- Bangalore Palace: Tudor-style architecture next to Palace Grounds. Check their current fees.
- Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace: a teak palace in the old city, a short visit.
- Government Museum and Venkatappa Art Gallery: useful for school history projects.
Science and learning
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: hands-on exhibits for school-age children.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: sky shows at fixed times.
- Bannerghatta Biological Park: zoo, safari and butterfly park on the city's southern edge. Plan most of a day.
Palace Grounds: three attractions in one place
Fun World, Snow City and Aquarium Paradise share one complex in J.C. Nagar, which makes it the easiest family day out in north Bangalore. Teenagers usually head for Fun World's 90+ rides and Water World. Younger kids and grandparents tend to prefer the aquarium, which is indoors, has no age restriction and takes 1 to 2 hours.
| Ticket | Weekday | Weekend or holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Aquarium Paradise, adult | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Aquarium Paradise, kids (80 to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
| Fun World, adult (above 140 cm) | ₹1,199 | ₹1,499 |
| Fun World, child (80 to 140 cm) | ₹999 | ₹999 |
Fun World prices include 18% GST, and one ticket covers both the amusement park and Water World. The combo offer (COMBO20) takes 20% off when you buy Fun World and Aquarium Paradise together.
Planning tips for families
- Fun World allows outside food. Aquarium Paradise does not, apart from infant food and water bottles.
- Aquarium Paradise has no bag storage and does not allow backpacks.
- Wheelchairs are free on request at the aquarium, and the ground floor is wheelchair accessible.
- For rainy days, see indoor places to visit with family.
- For a single-day plan, see Bangalore in one day with kids.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is open every day, 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, at Palace Grounds opposite TV Tower, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru 560006. Weekday tickets are ₹499 for adults and ₹449 for kids, and weekend tickets are ₹599 and ₹549. It shares the complex with Fun World and Snow City.
FAQs
Which family attraction in Bangalore works for all ages?
Aquarium Paradise has no age restriction and is indoors, so grandparents and toddlers can visit together. Wheelchairs are free on request.
Can a family visit Fun World and Aquarium Paradise on the same day?
Yes. They are in the same complex at Palace Grounds, and COMBO20 gives 20% off combo tickets.
Is Bangalore Palace near Fun World?
Yes. Bangalore Palace is in the Palace Grounds area, the same part of the city as Fun World and Aquarium Paradise.
Are senior citizens charged less at Fun World?
Yes. Senior citizens aged 60 and above pay ₹999 at Fun World.