Sensory experience in Bangalore: light, water and calm
What you see, hear and feel
- Sight: slow-moving jellyfish multiplied by reflective walls, and fish passing overhead in the tunnel.
- Sound: the falling water of the indoor waterfalls.
- Calm spaces: the ocean-view seating lounge, where you can sit and watch the tanks.
- Movement: the diver feeding at 6:30 PM daily, when the fish move fast toward the food.
Planning for sensory-sensitive visitors
- The mermaid show draws people to one spot. It is listed on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, and times can change. Check the mermaid page and plan around it if you want a quieter walk.
- The ground floor is wheelchair accessible, and free wheelchairs are available on request.
- Infant food and water bottles are allowed. Other outside food is not.
- A visit takes 1 to 2 hours, and you can stay longer in the spots that work for your child.
- Call +91 96063 11881 before your visit with any specific questions.
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.
Other sensory-rich places in Bangalore
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: a dark dome with stars overhead.
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: textures and smells of plants, best in the morning.
- Snow City: cold and snow indoors, in the same complex as the aquarium.
- Museum of Art and Photography: quieter galleries.
Check fees and hours at each.
Aquarium tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Online offers include AQUA100 (₹100 off) and B2G1 (buy 2 get 1 free, book a day ahead). Tickets are valid for one entry on the booked day. See the ticket page.
Visiting with children? Read indoor sensory experiences for kids and calming places in Bangalore.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is an indoor aquarium at Palace Grounds, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru. It has freshwater and marine fish, a jellyfish room, indoor waterfalls and a diver-led fish feeding at 6:30 PM every day. It is open daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
FAQs
What makes the aquarium a sensory experience?
The jellyfish room with reflective walls, indoor waterfalls, the underwater tunnel and a seating lounge facing the tanks.
Is the aquarium dark inside?
The jellyfish room and tunnel use low light to show the tanks. Call +91 96063 11881 with specific questions.
Is the mermaid show loud or crowded?
It draws people to one area. Plan around the listed show times if you want a quieter walk.
Is there wheelchair access?
Yes, on the ground floor. Free wheelchairs are available on request.
Can we bring snacks for a child with dietary needs?
Outside food is not allowed, but infant food and water bottles are. Ask at the counter about specific needs.