Field trip places in Bangalore for schools and groups
Field trip places by subject
- Science and engineering: Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum near Cubbon Park has hands-on science galleries.
- Space: Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium runs sky shows. Check their show times and group rules.
- Aviation: HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum has real aircraft on display.
- Plants and environment: Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park suit nature walks and observation work.
- Wildlife: Bannerghatta Biological Park has a zoo, safari and butterfly park, but it is on the south edge of the city.
- Marine life: Aquarium Paradise has freshwater and marine fish, educational displays and an underwater tunnel.
- History: the Government Museum and Bangalore Palace.
Check each venue's current fees and group rules before you plan the bus.
Why Aquarium Paradise works for a field trip
It is indoors, so rain does not cancel the trip. It has interactive zones and educational displays, and an expert diver feeds the fish daily at 6:30 PM. Students can see species such as the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish, and compare freshwater and marine tanks. A visit takes 1 to 2 hours, which leaves room for a second stop the same day.
Group pricing and booking
Standard aquarium tickets are below. Schools and colleges can ask for a group quote on the group bookings page.
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon–Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Kids are 80 cm to 140 cm tall; anyone taller pays the adult rate. Fun World next door also gives group rates to schools and colleges on enquiry, if the trip includes rides.
Rules teachers should know
- Bags and backpacks are not allowed, and there is no bag storage. Leave bags on the bus.
- Outside food is not allowed inside the aquarium. Water bottles are fine.
- Phones can be used for photos. Cameras need prior permission.
- The ground floor is wheelchair accessible, with free wheelchairs on request.
Getting there
Palace Grounds is on Jayamahal Main Road, opposite TV Tower, near J.C. Nagar, RT Nagar and Sadashivanagar. Cubbon Park metro is about 3.4 km away. Most schools come by bus; see the location page.
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About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is at Palace Grounds, Jayamahal Main Road, opposite TV Tower, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru 560006, inside the Fun World complex next to Snow City. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with ticket counters closing at 7:15 PM. For questions, call +91 96063 11881.
FAQs
Which field trip places are in central Bangalore?
Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Lalbagh, Cubbon Park and Aquarium Paradise at Palace Grounds are all in or near the centre.
Does Aquarium Paradise give group rates for schools?
Group bookings are handled on enquiry. Ask for a group quote on the group bookings page or call +91 96063 11881.
Can students bring bags into the aquarium?
No. Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage, so leave them on the bus.
How long does a school visit to the aquarium take?
Plan for 1 to 2 hours, which leaves time for a second stop the same day.
Is the aquarium open on weekdays for school trips?
Yes. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and weekday tickets are cheaper.