Unique places to visit in Bangalore for couples
Unusual date ideas around the city
- Underwater tunnel walk: fish swim overhead and on both sides at Aquarium Paradise. Stay for the ocean-view seating lounge and the jellyfish room, where reflective walls repeat the glow in every direction.
- Planetarium show: the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium runs sky shows under its dome. Check their current show times and fees.
- Art on a quiet afternoon: the Museum of Art and Photography (MAP) and the National Gallery of Modern Art are calm places to talk about what you see.
- Sankey Tank at sunset: a lake walk in Malleshwaram, not far from Palace Grounds.
- Rangoli Metro Art Center on MG Road: small exhibitions and craft events under the metro line.
- Nandi Hills at sunrise: an early drive out of the city for the view. Check current entry rules before you go.
Why the aquarium works as a date
It is indoors, so rain or heat does not cancel the plan. It is quiet enough to talk. A visit takes 1 to 2 hours, which leaves time for dinner after. Phone photos are allowed, so you can take pictures in the tunnel. Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage, so carry only a phone and wallet.
On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays a mermaid show is listed at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM. It is free with entry, runs about 10 minutes, and timings can change, so confirm on the mermaid show page or at the counter. The fish feeding by an expert diver happens every day at 6:30 PM.
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 and offers for two
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
On Wednesdays, women aged 18 and above can use FUNWEDNESDAY for buy 1 get 1 free. Read the terms on the FUNWEDNESDAY page. AQUA100 takes ₹100 off online bookings. Offers can change, so check the offers page before you book.
For more ideas, see our pages on unique date places in Bangalore and romantic indoor places.
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. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, ticket counters close at 7:15 PM, and it houses what we call India's longest underwater tunnel.
FAQs
Is an aquarium a good date idea in Bangalore?
It is indoors, quiet and takes 1 to 2 hours, so it pairs well with dinner. Aquarium Paradise is open till 8:00 PM daily.
How much does an aquarium date cost for two?
Two adult tickets cost ₹998 on weekdays and ₹1,198 on weekends and holidays, before any offer.
Is there a couples offer?
No couples package is published. Women 18+ can use FUNWEDNESDAY for buy 1 get 1 free on Wednesdays, and AQUA100 takes ₹100 off online bookings.
Can we take photos inside the tunnel?
Yes, phone photos and videos are fine. Professional cameras and shoots need prior permission.
What time works for an evening date?
Arrive before the counters close at 7:15 PM. The diver feeds the fish at 6:30 PM daily, and on show days the last mermaid show is listed at 7:40 PM. Show timings keep changing, so call +91 96063 11881 or ask the staff before you come.