Interactive places for kids in Bangalore
Interactive options across the city
- Visvesvaraya museum: hands-on science galleries where kids press, pull and test things. Check current fees.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: sky shows under a dome, good for curious 6 to 12 year olds. Check show times.
- Fun World kids zone: rides sized for smaller children, inside the same complex as the aquarium.
- Aquarium Paradise: interactive zones, educational displays and live moments with divers and mermaids.
What makes Aquarium Paradise interactive
- Diver feeding at 6:30 PM daily: kids watch an expert diver feed the fish up close behind the glass.
- Mermaid show: complimentary on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, about 10 minutes each, subject to availability. Confirm on the mermaid page.
- Mermaid Makeover Experience: a bookable add-on for kids on the offers page.
- Interactive zones: displays that explain what kids are looking at.
- Spot-the-fish: give kids a list of moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish, and have them find each one.
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.
Ticket prices
| Ticket | Monday to Friday | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Kids' tickets cover children 80 cm to 140 cm. There is no age restriction, so toddlers can come too. Book on the tickets page for AQUA100, ₹100 off online.
Plan by age
- Under 5: the tunnel, jellyfish room and a mermaid show are usually enough.
- 5 to 10: add the spot-the-fish game and the Mermaid Makeover.
- 10 and above: stay for the diver feeding and read the educational displays.
Practical notes
- No bags or backpacks, and no storage.
- No outside food. Infant food and water bottles are fine.
- Phone photos and videos are allowed.
More: interactive aquarium details, the mermaid show for kids and things to do with kids.
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, ticket counters close at 7:15 PM, and you can call +91 96063 11881 with questions.
FAQs
What interactive things can kids do at Aquarium Paradise?
Watch the 6:30 PM diver feeding, catch a mermaid show on show days, use the interactive zones and book a Mermaid Makeover.
Is the mermaid show free?
Yes, it is complimentary with entry, subject to availability.
What is the Mermaid Makeover Experience?
A bookable kids' add-on listed on the offers page.
Is there an age limit for kids?
No. Children of any age can visit.
Which other places in Bangalore are hands-on for kids?
The Visvesvaraya museum and the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium are good picks. Check their fees and timings first.