Fun places in Bangalore for friends: a group day-out guide
Fun places to go with friends
- Fun World, Palace Grounds: thrill rides like Tsunami, Shark Ride and Techno Jump, plus Water World with wave pools and slides. One ticket covers both. Open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Water World runs 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Aquarium Paradise: an indoor underwater tunnel, jellyfish room and ocean-view lounge. Open till 8:00 PM, so it works as the evening stop.
- Snow City: the indoor snow park in the same complex. Check their current fees.
- Cubbon Park and Lalbagh: open green space for a morning walk or a lazy afternoon.
- Church Street and Commercial Street: food, bookshops, cafes and cheap shopping.
- Wonderla: the big amusement park on the city outskirts, if your group wants a full day out of town.
- Bannerghatta Biological Park: zoo and safari on the south side of the city.
What a friends' day at Palace Grounds costs
| Plan | Weekdays | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Fun World, 5 adults with FUN5 (pay for 3) | ₹3,597 | ₹4,497 |
| Aquarium Paradise, 3 adults with B2G1 (pay for 2) | ₹998 | ₹1,198 |
FUN5 is for adults only and applies to Fun World; see the FUN5 page. B2G1 at the aquarium needs online booking a day ahead; see the B2G1 page. College students can use 30STUDENTOFF for 30% off at Fun World with a physical student ID. Offers can change, so check the Fun World offers page first.
A sample day for friends
- 10:30 AM: start at Water World while it is open (till 4:30 PM). Carry 100% nylon clothing, which is mandatory on water rides, or buy it at the venue.
- Afternoon: dry rides at Fun World until 7:00 PM. Outside food is allowed at Fun World.
- Evening: walk across to Aquarium Paradise before the 7:15 PM ticket cut-off and catch the 6:30 PM fish feeding if you are early.
Lockers at Fun World are free with a ₹500 refundable cash deposit. The aquarium does not allow bags, so leave them in the locker or the car.
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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 is a good place in Bangalore for a big group of friends?
Palace Grounds works well: Fun World and Aquarium Paradise are side by side, and FUN5 lets five adults enter Fun World for the price of three.
How much is Fun World for 5 friends with FUN5?
With FUN5 you pay for 3 adult tickets: ₹3,597 on weekdays or ₹4,497 on weekends and holidays.
Is there a student discount for college groups?
Yes. 30STUDENTOFF gives 30% off Fun World tickets when each student shows a valid physical student ID at entry.
Can friends do Fun World and the aquarium on the same day?
Yes. Fun World closes at 7:00 PM and the aquarium sells tickets till 7:15 PM, so the aquarium makes a good last stop.
What should we wear for the water rides?
Wear 100% nylon clothing. Burkha, pyjama, churidar and saree are not allowed, and nylon wear is sold at the venue.