Government Aquarium, Bengaluru

There are marvels of the aquatic environment at the Government Aquarium in Bangalore. It is the second-largest aquarium in India and has a fascinating collection of cultivable and ornamental fish on show, commonly known as the Bangalore Aquarium. The aquarium is situated in the heart of the city, surrounded by many historical buildings, shopping streets, high-end shopping centers, museums, churches, restaurants, and pubs.

More than three decades ago, in 1983, Bangalore Aquarium, which won its position in the country’s top 10 aquariums, was born. It is situated right at the entrance of the popular Cubbon Park in the busy and bustling Central Business District of Bangalore. A good selection of indigenous and exotic freshwater fish species, including both cultivable and ornamental varieties, can be found in the aquarium.

Bangalore Aquarium, housed in an octagonal-shaped structure, occupies an area of around 2700 square meters. The building has three floors, including the laboratory and office on the ground floor, where visitors are not allowed. The building’s first and second floors are used to view a wide selection of aquatic flora and fauna.

In Bangalore, the Government Aquarium houses species that are native to India and from around the world. Eels, Catla, Grey Pacu, Red Tail Shark, Giant Gourami, Masheer, Silver Dollar, Glow Light Tetra, and Hockey Stick Tetra, among others, are some of the most popular residents here.

From 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, the Government Aquarium remains open. On Mondays and second and fourth Tuesdays, it is closed. The entry fee is 10 per person for adults and 5 per person for students, and children under 5 years of age are free of charge.

It is 3 km from the Cantonment Railway Station to the Government Aquarium, 4 km from KSR Bangalore City Railway Station, 8 km from Yeshwantpur Junction, and 34 km from Kempe Gowda International Airport.