Tourist attractions in Bangalore for a one-day trip
Main attractions for one day
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden: old gardens and the glasshouse. Go early.
- Bull Temple and Bugle Rock, Basavanagudi: close to Lalbagh.
- Cubbon Park: a large green park in the centre, with the State Central Library and museums around it.
- Vidhana Soudha: the state legislature building, seen from outside.
- Bangalore Palace: Tudor-style palace with ticketed entry.
- ISKCON Temple, Rajajinagar: a large temple complex in the north-west.
- Aquarium Paradise and Fun World, Palace Grounds: an indoor aquarium and an amusement park side by side.
Check current fees and opening days for each third-party place before you set out.
A one-day route
| Time | Stop |
|---|---|
| Early morning | Lalbagh, then Bull Temple |
| Late morning | Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha |
| Lunch | MG Road, Church Street or Commercial Street |
| Afternoon | Bangalore Palace |
| Evening | Aquarium Paradise, Palace Grounds |
Bangalore Palace and Palace Grounds are neighbours, so the last two stops need little travel.
Why end at Aquarium Paradise
It is indoors, it stays open till 8:00 PM (ticket counters close at 7:15 PM), and a visit takes 1 to 2 hours. You walk through what the aquarium calls India's longest underwater tunnel, see the jellyfish room, and can catch the 6:30 PM fish feeding by an expert diver. On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays there is also a 7:40 PM mermaid show, 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.
| 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. Note that bags are not allowed inside and there is no bag storage, so leave luggage at your hotel.
If you have kids with you
Swap Bangalore Palace for Fun World next door. It has 90+ rides and a water park, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Water World 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM). COMBO20 gives 20% off a Fun World and aquarium combo; see the combo page.
Getting around
The Purple Line metro covers MG Road and Cubbon Park. Palace Grounds is about 3.4 km from Cubbon Park metro by auto or cab.
More planning help: Bangalore attractions for tourists, places near Bangalore Palace and first-time visitor picks.
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 see in Bangalore in one day?
Lalbagh, Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha and Bangalore Palace in the day, ending at Aquarium Paradise in Palace Grounds in the evening.
Which Bangalore attraction is open in the evening?
Aquarium Paradise is open till 8:00 PM daily, with ticket counters closing at 7:15 PM.
Is Aquarium Paradise near Bangalore Palace?
Yes. It is at Palace Grounds on Jayamahal Main Road, so it is a short hop from the palace.
Can I carry luggage into the aquarium?
No. Bags are not allowed and there is no bag storage, so leave luggage at your hotel.
Which metro is nearest to Palace Grounds?
Cubbon Park on the Purple Line, about 3.4 km away.