Indoor places to visit in Bangalore in summer
A simple summer day plan
- Early morning: a walk in Lalbagh or Cubbon Park before the sun gets strong.
- Late morning to afternoon: indoor stops such as a museum, the planetarium or the aquarium.
- Evening: back outside once it cools, or stay at Palace Grounds for the 6:30 PM diver feeding.
Indoor places for summer afternoons
- Aquarium Paradise: the underwater tunnel, jellyfish room and indoor man-made waterfalls. A visit takes 1 to 2 hours.
- Snow City: in the same complex as the aquarium, a snow-themed indoor attraction. Check their current fees.
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: several floors of science galleries.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: a seated dome show.
- Museum of Art and Photography (MAP): galleries and a cafe on Kasturba Road.
- National Gallery of Modern Art: paintings in an old mansion with gardens.
Check each third-party venue's current hours and fees before you go.
Summer at Fun World
For a wet option, Water World at Fun World runs 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with wave pools and slides included in the same ticket as the rides. Adults pay ₹1,199 on weekdays. Water rides need 100% nylon clothing. Read the Water World page before you go.
Aquarium tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Summer holidays mean many families book on weekends. Weekday visits cost ₹100 less per ticket. Book online with AQUA100 for ₹100 off, or use B2G1 if you book a day ahead. See the offers page.
Summer tips for the aquarium
- Carry water bottles. They are allowed, though other outside food and drinks are not.
- Leave bags in the car. Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage.
- Ticket counters close at 7:15 PM.
Related: cool places for summer indoors and air-conditioned places in Bangalore.
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. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, ticket counters close at 7:15 PM, and it houses what we call India's longest underwater tunnel.
FAQs
Which indoor places in Bangalore stay open late in summer?
Aquarium Paradise is open till 8:00 PM daily, with counters closing at 7:15 PM. Check other venues for their own hours.
Can I carry water into the aquarium?
Yes. Water bottles and infant food are allowed. Other outside food and drinks are not.
Is Water World open all day in summer?
Water World runs 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The amusement rides run till 7:00 PM.
Are weekday tickets cheaper?
Yes. Aquarium adult tickets are ₹499 on weekdays and ₹599 on weekends and holidays.
Is Snow City near the aquarium?
Yes. Snow City is in the same complex at Palace Grounds, next to Aquarium Paradise and Fun World.