Unique date places in Bangalore: from food walks to an underwater tunnel
Date ideas that feel different
- Planetarium show: the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium runs sky shows. Check show times.
- VV Puram food street: share small plates in Basavanagudi in the evening.
- Sankey Tank sunset: a lakeside walk in Sadashivanagar.
- Bookshop crawl on Church Street: pick a book for each other.
- Underwater tunnel at Aquarium Paradise: walk under the fish, then sit by the indoor waterfalls.
An evening at Aquarium Paradise
The aquarium is open until 8:00 PM, and counters close at 7:15 PM. Arrive around 5:30 PM for an unhurried 1 to 2 hours:
- Walk the tunnel, which we call India's longest underwater tunnel
- Spend time in the jellyfish room, where reflective walls repeat the glowing jellyfish
- Watch an expert diver feed the fish at 6:30 PM
- On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, catch the 7:40 PM mermaid show, subject to availability
- Rest in the ocean-view seating lounge
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.
The building also has what we call India's first ocean restaurant. See India's first ocean restaurant for what we can share.
What it costs for two
| When | Two adults |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, FUNWEDNESDAY (women 18+) | ₹499 |
| Other weekdays | ₹998 |
| Weekends and holidays | ₹1,198 |
Book on the FUNWEDNESDAY page or the main tickets page. AQUA100 gives ₹100 off online bookings on other days.
Getting there is easy from the north and centre of the city: we're opposite TV Tower on Jayamahal Main Road, and Cubbon Park metro is about 3.4 km away.
Small things to know
- Bags aren't allowed and there's no bag storage, so travel light.
- Phone photos are welcome; cameras and shoots need permission.
- No outside food or drinks.
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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
What is a unique date idea in Bangalore?
An evening at Aquarium Paradise with the 6:30 PM fish-feeding and the jellyfish room is a good change from cafes.
What's the cheapest day for an aquarium date?
Wednesday. Women 18+ get buy 1 get 1 free with FUNWEDNESDAY, so two adults pay ₹499.
Is the aquarium open late enough for an evening date?
Yes, until 8:00 PM, with counters closing at 7:15 PM.
Is there a mermaid show in the evening?
On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays there's a 7:40 PM show, subject to availability. Show timings keep changing, so call +91 96063 11881 or ask the staff before you come.
Can we eat at the aquarium?
Outside food isn't allowed, but the building has what we call India's first ocean restaurant.