Places to visit in Jayanagar and nearby
Famous places in and around Jayanagar
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: old trees, the lake and the glasshouse, which hosts flower shows during the year. Best in the morning.
- Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi): a temple with a large Nandi statue in Basavanagudi.
- Dodda Ganapathi Temple: next to the Bull Temple, known for its large Ganesha idol.
- Bugle Rock Park: a rocky park with old trees, good for a short evening walk.
- Gandhi Bazaar: flower stalls, snacks and old shops.
- Ragigudda Anjaneya Temple: a hilltop temple, busy during festivals.
With friends in 4th Block
Jayanagar 4th Block has a shopping complex, street food, and plenty of cafés and sweet shops around it. It is easy to spend an evening walking, shopping and eating without a fixed plan.
Check timings and any fees on each place's own site or board before you go.
A day trip north: Palace Grounds
When you want something you cannot do in Jayanagar, head to Palace Grounds, opposite TV Tower in J.C. Nagar. Fun World, Aquarium Paradise and Snow City are all in one complex there.
By metro, take the Green Line from Jayanagar towards the centre, change to the Purple Line, and get off at Cubbon Park. Palace Grounds is about 3.4 km from Cubbon Park, so take an auto or cab for the last stretch.
What Aquarium Paradise offers
- What the venue calls India's longest underwater tunnel
- A jellyfish room with reflective walls
- Diver-led fish feeding every day at 6:30 PM
- A free mermaid show on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays (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.
| 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. Three friends can use B2G1 (buy 2 get 1 free) by booking online a day ahead.
Sample Saturday from Jayanagar
- Morning walk at Lalbagh.
- Breakfast near Gandhi Bazaar.
- Metro to Cubbon Park, then auto to Palace Grounds.
- Fun World rides from 10:00 AM, or go straight to the aquarium.
- Diver feeding at 6:30 PM, then home.
Fun World adult tickets are ₹1,199 on weekdays and ₹1,499 on weekends. COMBO20 gives 20% off a Fun World plus aquarium combo.
More area guides: near Koramangala, near JP Nagar and in Malleswaram.
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. Phone: +91 96063 11881.
FAQs
What is Jayanagar famous for?
Its shopping in 4th Block, and nearby landmarks such as Lalbagh, the Bull Temple and Gandhi Bazaar.
What can friends do in Jayanagar 4th Block?
Walk the shopping complex, try the street food and cafés, then plan a bigger outing like Palace Grounds.
How do I get from Jayanagar to Aquarium Paradise by metro?
Take the metro to Cubbon Park on the Purple Line, then an auto or cab for about 3.4 km to Palace Grounds.
How much is Aquarium Paradise entry?
Adults pay ₹499 on weekdays and ₹599 on weekends. Kids pay ₹449 and ₹549.