Edutainment places in Bangalore: learn and play in one outing
Edutainment places in Bangalore
| Place | The learning | The fun |
|---|---|---|
| Aquarium Paradise | Marine and freshwater fish, habitats | Underwater tunnel, mermaid show, jellyfish room |
| Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum | Physics and engineering | Exhibits you can operate |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium | Space and astronomy | Dome show |
| HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum | Flight | Real aircraft up close |
| Bannerghatta Biological Park | Wildlife | Safari and butterfly park |
| Lalbagh Botanical Garden | Plants | Lake and open lawns |
Check fees and hours for third-party places on their own sites.
How the aquarium mixes both
- Learn: educational displays and interactive zones on species such as the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish.
- Watch: an expert diver feeds the fish at 6:30 PM daily.
- Play: the mermaid show, free with entry, listed on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, about 10 minutes. Confirm on the mermaid page.
- Dress up: the Mermaid Makeover Experience for kids, bookable on the offers 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.
Tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
B2G1 gives buy 2 get 1 free when booked online a day ahead, and AQUA100 gives ₹100 off. Schools and groups can request a quote on the group bookings page.
Pairing for a full day
Fun World is next door with a kids zone, family rides and Water World. Kids pay ₹999 and adults ₹1,199 on weekdays. COMBO20 gives 20% off a combo with the aquarium, so you can do learning in the aquarium and rides in Fun World on one trip.
Before you go
- No bags or backpacks at the aquarium, and no bag storage.
- No outside food, but infant food and water bottles are fine.
- Phone photos are allowed.
More: interactive places for kids and educational indoor activities.
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
What is an edutainment place?
A place that teaches through an activity or show, such as an aquarium, science museum or planetarium.
Is Aquarium Paradise educational?
Yes. It has educational displays, interactive zones and a daily diver feeding, plus a mermaid show on listed days.
What is the Mermaid Makeover Experience?
A dress-up experience for kids at the aquarium, bookable on the offers page.
Can we combine the aquarium with rides?
Yes. Fun World is next door, and COMBO20 gives 20% off a combo.
How much is the aquarium for kids?
₹449 on weekdays and ₹549 on weekends and holidays.