Educational places for kids in Bangalore, by subject
Science (physics and engineering)
The Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum on Kasturba Road has galleries on engines, electricity and motion, with exhibits kids can operate.
Space
The Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium runs sky shows that suit lessons on the solar system and stars. Check current show times and languages.
History and social studies
- Government Museum: sculpture, coins and old artefacts.
- Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace: a link to Mysore history lessons.
- Bangalore Palace: royal history with an audio tour.
Biology: plants
Lalbagh Botanical Garden has old trees, labelled plants and the glasshouse. Go in the morning.
Biology: animals and marine life
- Bannerghatta Biological Park: land animals, safari and a butterfly park.
- Aquarium Paradise: freshwater and marine fish such as the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish, plus a jellyfish room. Preview species on the fish page.
Flight and technology
The HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum shows aircraft and engines.
For third-party places, check current fees and hours on their official sites.
Learning at the aquarium
- Educational displays and interactive zones explain habitats.
- The diver feeding at 6:30 PM every day shows feeding behaviour.
- The underwater tunnel, which we call India's longest, shows how fish use space at different depths.
- A visit takes 1 to 2 hours.
Aquarium tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Schools and tuition groups can ask for a group quote on the group bookings page. Families can use B2G1 (buy 2 get 1 free, book online a day ahead).
Rules for the aquarium
No bags or backpacks, and no bag storage. No outside food, though infant food and water bottles are fine. Phone photos are allowed, so kids can record what they see for a project.
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About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is an indoor aquarium at Palace Grounds, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru. It has freshwater and marine fish, a jellyfish room, indoor waterfalls and a diver-led fish feeding at 6:30 PM every day. It is open daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
FAQs
Which educational place suits a biology lesson?
Lalbagh for plants, Bannerghatta for land animals and Aquarium Paradise for fish and jellyfish.
Where can kids learn about space in Bangalore?
The Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium runs sky shows. Check their current show times.
Can kids take photos at the aquarium for a project?
Yes. Phone photos and videos are allowed.
Is there a group rate for tuition classes?
Yes, on request through the group bookings page or +91 96063 11881.
What species can kids study at the aquarium?
The moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish among others. The fish page lists more.