Kids friendly places in Bangalore, from parks to an aquarium
Places kids enjoy
- Cubbon Park and Bal Bhavan: open space and a children's activity centre with rides in the park.
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: buttons to press and machines to watch.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: sky shows for curious kids.
- Lalbagh: space to run, plus the lake and glass house.
- Bannerghatta Biological Park: animals and safari on the city's edge.
For third-party places, check current fees and timings before you go.
Why Aquarium Paradise works for kids
- No age restriction for visiting.
- The underwater tunnel, where fish swim over their heads.
- Fish kids like to spot: the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish.
- A jellyfish room with reflective walls.
- Interactive zones and educational displays.
- A diver feeds the fish every day at 6:30 PM.
- A complimentary mermaid show on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, subject to availability. Confirm on the mermaid page.
- The Mermaid Makeover Experience for kids, bookable on the offers page.
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 | 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. B2G1 (buy 2 get 1 free, booked a day ahead) helps a parent with two kids.
Parent notes
- Bags and backpacks aren't allowed and there's no bag storage. Infant food and water bottles are allowed.
- The ground floor is wheelchair accessible, with free wheelchairs on request.
- A visit takes 1 to 2 hours, short enough for younger kids.
Add Fun World for older kids
Fun World has a kids zone, family rides and Water World. Children (80 cm to 140 cm) pay ₹999, and outside food is allowed. See the amusement park. More ideas: places to take kids and the aquarium for kids.
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
Is Aquarium Paradise suitable for toddlers?
Yes. There's no age restriction for visiting, and infant food and water bottles are allowed.
How much is the kids' ticket?
Kids from 80 cm to 140 cm pay ₹449 on weekdays and ₹549 on weekends and holidays.
Is there a show for kids?
Yes. The mermaid show runs on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, subject to availability, and fish-feeding is daily at 6:30 PM. Show timings keep changing, so call +91 96063 11881 or ask the staff before you come.
Can I bring a diaper bag?
Bags aren't allowed and there's no bag storage, but infant food and water bottles are fine. Check at the counter for essentials.
Is there a kids zone nearby?
Fun World, in the same complex, has a kids zone and family rides.