Places to visit near Majestic, Bangalore: markets, palaces and parks
Close to Majestic
- Chickpet and Avenue Road: old trading streets for silk, brass and wholesale shopping.
- KR Market: the city's big flower and produce market, busiest early in the morning.
- Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace: a teak-wood palace near KR Market.
- Bangalore Fort: the remaining gateway and walls, near the summer palace.
- Freedom Park: a park built on the old central jail site.
A short metro or cab ride away
- Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha: green space and the state legislature building, side by side.
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: the Glass House, lake and old trees.
- Bangalore Palace: the Tudor-style palace near Palace Grounds.
- Malleswaram: old Bangalore streets, temples and a famous 8th Cross market.
Check each place's current fees and timings before you go.
Calm and photo-friendly spots
For calm, Cubbon Park and Lalbagh are the easy picks. For photos, Bangalore Palace, the summer palace and the Lalbagh Glass House are well known. Indoors, the jellyfish room and underwater tunnel at Aquarium Paradise are two of the most photographed spots in the city.
From Majestic to Aquarium Paradise
Take the Purple Line from Majestic to Cubbon Park, then an auto or cab for about 3.4 km to Palace Grounds. We are on Jayamahal Main Road, opposite the TV Tower, inside the Fun World complex. See the location page for the map.
Inside you get India's longest underwater tunnel, freshwater and marine fish, a jellyfish room, indoor waterfalls and fish feeding by a diver daily at 6:30 PM. A visit takes 1 to 2 hours, and we are open from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Next door, Fun World has 90+ rides and Water World on one ticket from ₹1,199 for adults on weekdays. COMBO20 gives 20% off a combined ticket.
If you are carrying luggage
Travellers arriving at Majestic should know that bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the aquarium and there is no bag storage. Drop luggage at your hotel first. Fun World has digital lockers with a refundable ₹500 cash deposit.
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About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is at Palace Grounds, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru 560006, next to Fun World and Snow City. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with counters closing at 7:15 PM.
FAQs
What are the places near Majestic to visit?
Chickpet, KR Market, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace and Freedom Park are close. Cubbon Park, Lalbagh and Bangalore Palace are a short ride away.
How do I reach Aquarium Paradise from Majestic?
Take the Purple Line to Cubbon Park, then an auto or cab for about 3.4 km to Palace Grounds.
Can I carry luggage into the aquarium?
No. Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage, so leave luggage at your hotel.
What are the aquarium timings?
We are open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Ticket counters close at 7:15 PM.
Is there a calm place near Majestic?
Cubbon Park and Lalbagh are the closest large green spaces. Check their current timings before you go.