Sensory experience for kids in Bangalore
What children notice
- Sight: the jellyfish room's reflective walls repeat the soft, pulsing jellyfish into the distance. In India's longest underwater tunnel, fish pass above and on both sides.
- Sound: the indoor man-made waterfalls give a steady rush of water.
- Movement: slow-moving fish like the tarpon are easy to follow with the eyes. The moray eel's hide-and-seek keeps kids watching.
- Touch and play: interactive zones give hands-on activity, though the animals themselves are not touched.
Planning for sensitive children
- Breaks: the ocean-view seating lounge is a place to sit and reset.
- Busy moments: the 6:30 PM fish feeding and the mermaid shows (Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, subject to availability) draw people together. Avoid those times if your child prefers space, or plan around them if your child loves them.
- Comfort items: bags are not allowed and there is no storage, so carry only what fits in hand. Infant food and water bottles are allowed.
- Access: the ground floor is wheelchair accessible, with free wheelchairs on request.
- Questions: call +91 96063 11881 before your visit.
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.
Tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
There is no age restriction for visiting. Kids' tickets apply between 80 cm and 140 cm. Book on the tickets page. AQUA100 takes ₹100 off online, and B2G1 gives buy 2 get 1 free a day ahead.
Other sensory ideas in Bangalore
- Cubbon Park and Lalbagh: trees, birds and textured paths, best in the morning.
- Snow City: cold and snow, in the same complex. Check their current fees and whether it suits your child.
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: buttons, levers and moving models.
More: indoor sensory experiences and interactive places for kids.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise sits at Palace Grounds, Jayamahal Main Road, opposite TV Tower, J.C. Nagar, Bengaluru 560006, inside the Fun World complex. It opens daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM with ticket counters closing at 7:15 PM, and it is home to what we call India's longest underwater tunnel.
FAQs
Is Aquarium Paradise a good sensory outing for kids?
It offers light, water sounds and slow movement in an indoor space, with a seating lounge for breaks.
Can kids touch the fish?
No. Children view the fish through tanks and the tunnel. Interactive zones give hands-on activity.
When is the aquarium busiest inside?
Crowds gather for the 6:30 PM fish feeding and the mermaid shows on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Show timings keep changing, so call +91 96063 11881 or ask the staff before you come.
Can I bring a comfort bag?
Bags are not allowed and there is no storage. Infant food and water bottles are fine.
Is there a sensory activity for kids at Fun World?
Fun World has a kids zone and family splash zones in Water World, though it is louder and outdoors.