Science and nature attractions in Bangalore for families

Science attractions

• Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: engines, electricity, space and hands-on galleries near Cubbon Park.
• Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: sky shows about stars and planets.
• Indian Institute of Science area: a historic research campus in north Bangalore; check whether public open days are running.

Nature attractions

• Lalbagh Botanical Garden: old trees, a glasshouse and a lake.
• Cubbon Park: green space in the city centre.
• Sankey Tank and Hebbal Lake: lake walks in north Bangalore.
• Bannerghatta Biological Park: wildlife on the southern edge of the city.

Check each venue's current fees and hours before you go.

Where science meets nature: the aquarium

Aquarium Paradise sits between the two. Kids see living animals and learn how they are cared for:

• Freshwater and marine fish, including the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish.
• A jellyfish room with reflective walls.
• India's longest underwater tunnel.
• Educational displays and interactive zones.
• Fish-feeding by an expert diver every day at 6:30 PM.

Browse the fish page before your visit.

Aquarium prices

AQUA100 takes ₹100 off online bookings. Schools can ask for a group quote on the group bookings page.

A science and nature day in north Bangalore

• Morning: a walk at Sankey Tank.
• Midday: lunch in Malleswaram.
• Afternoon: Aquarium Paradise for 1 to 2 hours, ending with the 6:30 PM feeding.

On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, a mermaid show runs at 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM among other slots, free with entry and 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.

Know before you go

• Bags and backpacks are not allowed, and there is no bag storage.
• No outside food or drinks; water bottles and infant food 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.