Aquarium tunnel near MG Road: Aquarium Paradise at Palace Grounds
Getting here from MG Road
Aquarium Paradise is on Jayamahal Main Road, opposite TV Tower, inside the Fun World complex. From MG Road, an auto or cab is the simplest option. On the metro, Cubbon Park station on the Purple Line is the closest stop, about 3.4 km away, and you take an auto or cab from there. Our location page has the map pin, and the metro guide covers the route in more detail.
What the tunnel walk is like
You walk through a glass tunnel with water around you and fish passing overhead. The tunnel is one part of a visit that usually takes 1 to 2 hours. Other sections include:
- A jellyfish room with reflective walls
- Freshwater and marine tanks with fish such as the moray eel, alligator gar, tarpon and sun catfish
- Indoor man-made waterfalls and an ocean-view seating lounge
- Interactive zones and educational displays
- Fish-feeding by an expert diver every day at 6:30 PM
We don't publish a tunnel length or list sharks or turtles, so treat any page that promises those with caution. The fish page lists what you can see.
Ticket prices
| Ticket | Mon to Fri | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (above 140 cm) | ₹499 | ₹599 |
| Kids (80 cm to 140 cm) | ₹449 | ₹549 |
Tickets are valid for one entry on the booked day. Book on the tickets page. AQUA100 takes ₹100 off online bookings, and B2G1 gives buy 2 get 1 free when you book a day ahead.
Before you go
- Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage, so carry only a phone and wallet.
- Phone photos and videos are fine. Cameras and shoots need prior permission.
- Outside food is not allowed, though infant food and water bottles are.
- On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, a complimentary mermaid show runs at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:40 PM, subject to availability. Confirm at the counter.
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.
If you're coming from the central business district for a short outing, read our page on the aquarium near MG Road for more ideas on pairing the visit.
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 Snow City. It is open every day from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with ticket counters closing at 7:15 PM. For queries, call +91 96063 11881.
FAQs
Is there an aquarium tunnel on MG Road?
No. The underwater tunnel is at Aquarium Paradise in Palace Grounds, opposite TV Tower on Jayamahal Main Road.
How do I get to the aquarium tunnel from MG Road?
Take an auto or cab directly, or ride the Purple Line to Cubbon Park station, about 3.4 km away, and take an auto from there.
How much is entry to the tunnel aquarium?
Adults pay ₹499 and kids ₹449 on weekdays. On weekends and holidays it is ₹599 and ₹549.
How long is the tunnel walk?
We don't publish a tunnel length. A full visit, including the tunnel and other zones, usually takes 1 to 2 hours.
Can I carry a backpack into the tunnel?
No. Bags and backpacks are not allowed and there is no bag storage, so travel light.