Discover Osaka Aquarium's underwater tunnels
Osaka, Japan • INR 1360 - INR 1700 approx.• 
Must Do
Must DoOsaka, Japan
• INR 1360 - INR 1700Must DoRecommended to Self-explore
Best months to visit
Apr, May, Jun
11°C – 19°C, mild temperatures, frequent spring showers, and cherry blossom season, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 19°C, mild temperatures, frequent spring showers, and cherry blossom season, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
The facility is designed to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges, featuring elevators, ramps, and flat pathways.
The facility is designed to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges, featuring elevators, ramps, and flat pathways.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews on price given the overall experience quality.
Mixed reviews on price given the overall experience quality.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Stunning Exhibits
Couples loved the romantic ambiance and diverse marine life. The whale sharks were amazing!
Romantic Getaway
Perfect for couples! The underwater tunnel was a highlight, very immersive and fun.
Well Organized
Visitors felt it was well-designed and easy to navigate as a couple. Great photo ops!
Overcrowded Spaces
Couples found it difficult to enjoy due to the large crowds, especially on weekends.
Long Wait
Some couples reported long queues for entry, which detracted from the experience.
Pricey Tickets
Several visitors thought the ticket price was a bit high for what was offered.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
HIGH
11-19°C
Mild temperatures, frequent spring showers, and cherry blossom season.
Mild temperatures, frequent spring showers, and cherry blossom season.
Open
No seasonal restrictions; expect higher demand for tickets during Golden Week.
No seasonal restrictions; expect higher demand for tickets during Golden Week.
Recommended
April is popular for both locals and tourists due to spring holidays and cherry blossoms. Advanced booking for tickets is recommended.
April is popular for both locals and tourists due to spring holidays and cherry blossoms. Advanced booking for tickets is recommended.
May
HIGH
15-24°C
Mild and comfortable with occasional rain.
Mild and comfortable with occasional rain.
Open
No major restrictions. Avoid holidays for shorter queues.
No major restrictions. Avoid holidays for shorter queues.
Recommended
May is a peak month due to Golden Week and school holidays. The aquarium is open daily except for occasional irregular maintenance days.
May is a peak month due to Golden Week and school holidays. The aquarium is open daily except for occasional irregular maintenance days.
June
HIGH
18-27°C
Warm and increasingly humid with more frequent rain.
Warm and increasingly humid with more frequent rain.
Open
No major restrictions. Early morning or late evening recommended.
No major restrictions. Early morning or late evening recommended.
Recommended
June marks the start of summer vacation for many schools; the aquarium is open daily except for irregular maintenance.
June marks the start of summer vacation for many schools; the aquarium is open daily except for irregular maintenance.
July
HIGH
22-31°C
Hot and humid with frequent rain; typhoon season begins.
Hot and humid with frequent rain; typhoon season begins.
Open
No major restrictions. Early morning or late evening recommended.
No major restrictions. Early morning or late evening recommended.
Recommended
July is peak summer holiday season; the aquarium is open daily except for irregular maintenance.
July is peak summer holiday season; the aquarium is open daily except for irregular maintenance.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus routes, including Osaka City Bus route 88 from Osaka Station and route 60 from Namba Station, serve the Tempozan Harbor Village stop, adjacent to the aquarium.
Metro
Recommended
The Osaka Metro Chuo Line to Osakako Station is a 5-minute walk to the aquarium. Transfer from the JR Osaka Loop Line at Bentencho Station or the Midosuji Line at Hommachi Station.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis are readily available for direct travel to the aquarium. A taxi ride from Osaka Station takes approximately 11 minutes.
Bike
Dedicated riverside cycle paths offer a scenic route to the aquarium. Free bicycle parking is available near the Tempozan Ferris Wheel.
Car
The Osaka Aquarium is near the Tempozan Exit of the Hanshin Expressway Bayshore Line and Osaka Port Line. Parking is available at the Tempozan Parking Lot.
Ferry
The Captain Line shuttle ferry connects the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan with Universal Studios Japan (USJ). The ferry departs from the Kaiyukan West Pier and arrives at the Universal City Port.
Train
Travelers can take the JR Osaka Loop Line to Bentencho Station and then transfer to the Chuo Subway Line for a direct route to Osakako Station.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99
