Indoor places to visit in Bangalore this weekend
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.
A weekend plan built around the aquarium
| Time | What to do |
|---|---|
| Morning | A museum: Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum or the National Gallery of Modern Art |
| Lunch | Eat before the aquarium, since outside food is not allowed inside |
| 3:00 PM or 5:00 PM | Aquarium Paradise, timed for a mermaid show |
| 6:30 PM | Fish feeding by an expert diver |
| 7:40 PM | Last mermaid show of the day |
Mermaid show days and timings can change without notice, so confirm on the mermaid page or at the counter before you go.
Other indoor places for the weekend
- Snow City, Palace Grounds: indoor snow play next to the aquarium.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: weekend sky shows.
- Ranga Shankara: weekend plays in JP Nagar.
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: science galleries for kids.
- Malls: cinemas, bowling and game zones at Orion, Mantri Square or Phoenix Marketcity.
Check current fees and show times for each.
Weekend ticket prices
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon–Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
How to pay less on a weekend
- B2G1: book three tickets online at least a day ahead and pay for two. For three adults that is ₹1,198 instead of three full tickets. See the B2G1 page.
- AQUA100: ₹100 off online aquarium bookings.
- COMBO20: 20% off a Fun World and aquarium combo.
Book on Friday to keep B2G1 open for Saturday. All offers are on the offers page.
Weekend tips
- Counters close at 7:15 PM.
- Bags and backpacks are not allowed, and there is no storage.
- Paid parking is available on site at the Fun World complex.
- The ground floor is wheelchair accessible.
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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
Is the mermaid show on this weekend?
Per the official FAQ it runs on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM. Confirm at the counter, as timings can change. Show timings keep changing, so call +91 96063 11881 or ask the staff before you come.
What are the weekend aquarium prices?
₹599 for adults and ₹549 for kids on weekends and public holidays.
How do I get B2G1 for a Saturday visit?
Book online at least a day ahead, so by Friday for a Saturday visit.
Is there parking at Palace Grounds?
Yes, there is paid parking on site at the Fun World complex.
What else is indoors near the aquarium?
Snow City is in the same complex at Palace Grounds.