Bangalore attractions that put you inside the experience
Attractions you step into
- Aquarium Paradise underwater tunnel: fish swim above and beside you in what we call India's longest underwater tunnel.
- Jellyfish room: reflective walls repeat the jellyfish in every direction.
- Snow City: indoor snow play next door to the aquarium. Check their current fees.
- Fun World: 90+ rides including Tsunami, Shark Ride and Techno Jump, plus Water World on one ticket.
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: hands-on science galleries on Kasturba Road.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: dome shows where the sky moves around you.
For third-party venues, check their current fees and timings before you go.
Inside Aquarium Paradise
Most people start with the tunnel, then move through freshwater and marine tanks where you can spot the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish. The indoor man-made waterfalls and an ocean-view seating lounge give you a place to pause. Interactive zones and educational displays keep kids busy. Every day at 6:30 PM, an expert diver feeds the fish, and on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays a complimentary mermaid show runs at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, subject to availability. Confirm on the mermaid page or at the counter.
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.
Aquarium tickets
| Ticket | Mon to Fri | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Book on the tickets page. AQUA100 takes ₹100 off online, and B2G1 gives buy 2 get 1 free when booked a day ahead.
Doing all three at Palace Grounds
Fun World opens at 10:00 AM and Water World runs 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, so do rides and water first. Move to Snow City in the afternoon and finish at the aquarium, which stays open until 8:00 PM. COMBO20 gives 20% off a combined Fun World and Aquarium Paradise ticket on the combo page. See also our aquarium experience page and aquarium and Snow City plan.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is an indoor aquarium 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 queries, call +91 96063 11881.
FAQs
Which Bangalore attractions feel most hands-on?
Walk-through aquariums, snow parks, science museums and ride parks. Aquarium Paradise, Snow City and Fun World are all at Palace Grounds.
What makes Aquarium Paradise different from a regular aquarium?
You walk through an underwater tunnel and a jellyfish room with reflective walls, and there are daily fish-feeding and weekly mermaid shows.
Can I visit Aquarium Paradise and Snow City on the same day?
Yes. They are next to each other in the Fun World complex. Buy Snow City tickets separately.
Is there a combo for Fun World and the aquarium?
Yes. COMBO20 gives 20% off a combined Fun World and Aquarium Paradise ticket.
What time should I end at the aquarium?
It is open until 8:00 PM and counters close at 7:15 PM, so arrive by around 5:30 PM for a relaxed visit.