Things to do indoors in Bangalore, area by area
Things to do in Whitefield
Phoenix Marketcity and the other large malls cover cinema, bowling, arcades and food courts in one building. Several activity centres in the area run escape rooms and trampoline sessions. Check current timings and fees before you go.
Things to do in Koramangala
Koramangala has dense cafe streets, malls and gaming and escape-room venues aimed at friends and office groups. It is a good area for an evening that moves from a game to dinner.
Things to do in Jayanagar and JP Nagar
Ranga Shankara in JP Nagar stages plays through the week. Jayanagar's shopping complex and nearby malls handle the rest. Lalbagh is close if the weather turns good.
Things to do in Malleswaram
Malleswaram has the Mantri Square mall, old temple streets and Sankey Tank nearby. It is also next to Palace Grounds, so Aquarium Paradise is an easy add-on.
Central and north Bangalore
- Aquarium Paradise, Palace Grounds: an indoor aquarium with what it calls India's longest underwater tunnel, a jellyfish room, indoor waterfalls and an ocean-view lounge.
- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: hands-on science near Cubbon Park.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: sky shows.
- National Gallery of Modern Art: art in an old mansion.
- Snow City: an indoor snow park next to the aquarium.
Things to do in Bangalore at night (indoors)
Many museums close by early evening, so check their hours. Aquarium Paradise stays open till 8:00 PM (counters close at 7:15 PM), with a diver-led fish feeding at 6:30 PM daily. On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, the last mermaid show is at 7:40 PM, free with entry and subject to availability; confirm on the mermaid page. After that, malls, cinemas and theatre take over.
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.
Aquarium Paradise tickets
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon–Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Book on the tickets page. Use AQUA100 for ₹100 off online, or B2G1 when booking for three a day ahead. Bags are not allowed and there is no bag storage. Outside food is not allowed; infant food and water bottles are fine.
With friends
Three friends can use B2G1 at the aquarium and pay for two. For a bigger group with a daytime start, Fun World next door has FUN5 (5 adults for the price of 3), though it is mostly outdoor.
Area guides: Whitefield, Koramangala, Jayanagar and Malleswaram.
About Aquarium Paradise
Aquarium Paradise is 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. For questions, call +91 96063 11881.
FAQs
What can I do indoors in Bangalore in the evening?
Aquarium Paradise is open till 8:00 PM with a 6:30 PM fish feeding; after that, malls, cinemas and theatres are open.
What indoor things are there to do in Whitefield?
The large malls there have cinema, bowling, arcades and food courts, and some activity centres run escape rooms.
Is Aquarium Paradise near Malleswaram?
Yes. Palace Grounds is next to Malleswaram and Sadashivanagar, on Jayamahal Main Road.
What indoor activity is good for friends?
Escape rooms and bowling in Koramangala or Whitefield, or the aquarium with B2G1 for three friends.
Are museums open at night in Bangalore?
Many close by early evening, so check each museum's hours; the aquarium is open till 8:00 PM.