Places to visit in Bangalore under ₹500
Little or no cost
- Cubbon Park: lawns, shaded paths and the State Central Library building.
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: the Glass House and lake; check the current entry fee.
- Lakes: Sankey Tank, Ulsoor Lake and Hebbal Lake for walks.
- Temples: the Bull Temple in Basavanagudi, ISKCON in Rajajinagar and the old temples of Malleswaram.
- Markets: KR Market, Chickpet and Malleswaram 8th Cross for browsing and street food.
Low-cost ticketed places
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum and the Government Museum near Cubbon Park.
- Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace near KR Market.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium for a sky show.
Fees change, so check current prices before you go.
Aquarium Paradise: under ₹500 on weekdays
Aquarium Paradise is indoors and air-conditioned, with India's longest underwater tunnel, a jellyfish room, indoor waterfalls and a diver who feeds the fish at 6:30 PM daily. On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays there is a free mermaid show, subject to availability.
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 | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Weekday tickets for adults and kids are both under ₹500. Weekend prices are higher, so go Monday to Friday if you are keeping to the budget.
Ways to bring the cost down
- B2G1: buy 2 get 1 free when booked online a day ahead. Three weekday tickets cost ₹998. See the B2G1 page.
- AQUA100: ₹100 off online bookings.
- FUNWEDNESDAY: women aged 18+ get buy 1 get 1 free on Wednesdays.
Outside food is not allowed inside the aquarium, so eat at a market or darshini before you go. Bags are not allowed and there is no bag storage.
A budget day plan
- Morning walk in Cubbon Park.
- Lunch at a local darshini.
- Afternoon at Aquarium Paradise; take the metro to Cubbon Park on the Purple Line and an auto for about 3.4 km.
- Stay for the 6:30 PM feeding.
More cheap ideas: budget-friendly places and cheap places with friends.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is at Palace Grounds, Jayamahal Main Road, opposite the TV Tower, inside the Fun World complex. It is open daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and counters close at 7:15 PM.
FAQs
What can I do in Bangalore under ₹500?
Parks, lakes, temples and markets cost little, and Aquarium Paradise is ₹499 for adults on weekdays.
Is Aquarium Paradise under ₹500?
Yes on weekdays: ₹499 for adults and ₹449 for kids. Weekends are ₹599 and ₹549.
How can three people visit the aquarium cheaply?
Use B2G1 when booking online a day ahead: three weekday tickets cost ₹998.
Is there a women's offer?
FUNWEDNESDAY gives women aged 18 and above buy 1 get 1 free on Wednesdays.
Can I bring food to save money?
Not inside the aquarium. Outside food is not allowed, apart from infant food and water bottles.