Nature and indoor attractions in Bangalore in one day
Nature spots in the city
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: old trees, a glasshouse and a lake. Best early in the morning.
- Cubbon Park: wide green paths in the middle of the city.
- Sankey Tank: a lake walk near Malleswaram and Sadashivanagar, close to Palace Grounds.
- Hebbal Lake: known for birds, north of Palace Grounds.
- Bannerghatta Biological Park: wildlife on the southern edge of the city.
Check each place's current fees and hours before you go.
An indoor stop with nature inside
Aquarium Paradise brings water life indoors:
- 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.
- Indoor man-made waterfalls and an ocean-view seating lounge.
- Fish-feeding by an expert diver every day at 6:30 PM.
Sample day
- 7:00 AM onwards: walk at Lalbagh or Cubbon Park while it is cool.
- Midday: lunch in Malleswaram or near the garden.
- Afternoon: Sankey Tank, then on to Palace Grounds.
- Evening: Aquarium Paradise, with the 6:30 PM feeding. On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, the mermaid show is at 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, subject to availability; confirm on 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.
Aquarium tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (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 and use AQUA100 for ₹100 off. Ticket counters close at 7:15 PM.
Notes
- Bags and backpacks are not allowed in the aquarium, and there is no bag storage. Pack light for the garden walk.
- Outside food is not allowed inside; water bottles are fine.
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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
Which nature spots are close to Aquarium Paradise?
Sankey Tank near Sadashivanagar and Hebbal Lake are both in north Bangalore, near Palace Grounds.
Can I visit Lalbagh and the aquarium on the same day?
Yes. Go to Lalbagh in the morning and the aquarium later; it is open till 8:00 PM.
Is the aquarium fully indoors?
Yes. The tunnel, galleries, jellyfish room and waterfalls are all indoors.
Can I bring a backpack from my garden walk?
No. Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage.
When is the fish-feeding?
Every day at 6:30 PM, by an expert diver.