Things to see in Bangalore that are different from the usual list
Different things to see in Bangalore
Some ideas off the standard tourist circuit:
- Old neighbourhoods: walk the market streets of Malleswaram or Basavanagudi early in the morning.
- Heritage buildings: look at the stone and colonial architecture around Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha.
- Science and space: the Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum and the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium.
- Snow in the tropics: Snow City at Palace Grounds.
- An ocean in the city: Aquarium Paradise.
For third-party places, check their current fees and opening days before you go.
What makes the aquarium different
- India's longest underwater tunnel: fish pass over your head as you walk.
- The jellyfish room: reflective walls multiply the jellyfish in every direction.
- Odd-looking fish: the moray eel and the alligator gar get the most reactions.
- A live diver: an expert diver feeds the fish every day at 6:30 PM.
- A mermaid show: Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, free with entry, subject to availability. Confirm on the mermaid page.
- An ocean restaurant: what we call India's first.
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.
Ticket prices
| Ticket | Weekdays (Mon to Fri) | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Online bookings get ₹100 off with AQUA100. On Wednesdays, women 18+ can use FUNWEDNESDAY for buy 1, get 1 free; see the FUNWEDNESDAY offer.
An evening plan
Spend the afternoon at Bangalore Palace or in Malleswaram. Reach the aquarium by 5:30 PM, see the galleries, watch the 6:30 PM feeding, and on show days stay for the 7:40 PM mermaid show. Ticket counters close at 7:15 PM.
Rules worth knowing
- Bags and backpacks are not allowed, and there is no bag storage.
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed.
- No pets.
More off-beat ideas on our pages for unusual tourist attractions and offbeat places in Bangalore.
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.
FAQs
What is a different thing to see in Bangalore?
An indoor ocean: Aquarium Paradise has India's longest underwater tunnel and a jellyfish room.
Is the jellyfish room part of the ticket?
Yes. The jellyfish room, tunnel and waterfalls are all included in one entry.
When can I see the diver?
An expert diver feeds the fish every day at 6:30 PM.
Can I go after visiting Bangalore Palace?
Yes. Both are near Palace Grounds, and the aquarium stays open till 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed?
No. Pets are not allowed inside the aquarium.