Lalbagh to Aquarium Paradise: how to get there and what to expect
Getting from Lalbagh to Aquarium Paradise
Distance and travel time depend on your route and traffic, so check live directions on your maps app. Your main options:
- Cab or auto: the simplest. Set your destination as Aquarium Paradise, Palace Grounds, opposite TV Tower.
- Metro: Lalbagh station is on the Green Line. Change to the Purple Line at Majestic (Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station) and get off at Cubbon Park. Cubbon Park station is about 3.4 km from the aquarium; take an auto or cab from there.
- Own vehicle: paid parking is available in the Palace Grounds complex.
Our location page has the map pin, and we have a full guide on how to reach Aquarium Paradise by metro.
Looking for an aquarium near Lalbagh?
Lalbagh Botanical Garden is known for its glasshouse, lake and old trees rather than fish. The closest public aquarium to the city centre is the government aquarium in Cubbon Park, a smaller, older facility. Check its current fees and opening days. For a walk-through tunnel and marine fish, Aquarium Paradise at Palace Grounds has both.
What you see at Aquarium Paradise
- India's longest underwater tunnel.
- Freshwater and marine fish, including the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish.
- A jellyfish room with reflective walls and indoor man-made waterfalls.
- Fish-feeding by an expert diver every day at 6:30 PM.
- A mermaid show on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, free with entry and subject to availability. See the mermaid 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.
Tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
AQUA100 gives ₹100 off online bookings.
Lalbagh in the morning, aquarium in the evening
Lalbagh is best early while it is cool. Have lunch in Jayanagar or Basavanagudi, then head north to Palace Grounds in the afternoon. Remember that the aquarium does not allow bags or backpacks and has no bag storage, so pack light for the garden too.
See also: Cubbon Park aquarium.
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 Fun World and Snow City. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and ticket counters close at 7:15 PM. Call +91 96063 11881 for booking help.
FAQs
Is Aquarium Paradise in Lalbagh?
No. It is at Palace Grounds, Jayamahal Main Road, opposite TV Tower, J.C. Nagar.
How far is Lalbagh from Aquarium Paradise?
It depends on your route. Check live distance and travel time on your maps app before you leave.
Can I take the metro from Lalbagh?
Yes. Take the Green Line to Majestic, change to the Purple Line, get off at Cubbon Park, then take an auto or cab.
Is there an aquarium inside Lalbagh?
Lalbagh is known for its garden and glasshouse. For a public aquarium, try Cubbon Park's government aquarium or Aquarium Paradise.
Is there parking at Aquarium Paradise?
Yes. Paid parking is available in the Palace Grounds complex.