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Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium · 名古屋港水族館
At the Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium, you can watch belugas and dolphins swimming underwater. Start at the North Building's underwater viewing windows, then plan time for the dolphin presentation and exhibits in both buildings.
Visitor information
Address
〒455-0033 愛知県名古屋市港区港町1番3号
1-3 Minato-Machi, Minato-ku, Nagoya 455-0033 Japan
Location on the mapAdmission
Standard individual aquarium-only admission is ¥2,030 for adults and high school students, ¥1,010 for elementary and junior high school students, and ¥500 for preschool children ages four and up. Combined tickets for nearby facilities and evening tickets are separate.
Opening hours
Usual hours are 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. During Golden Week and summer break from late July through August, the listed hours are 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; in winter, December through mid-March, they are 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Last admission is one hour before closing. Check the official calendar for the exact hours on your date.
What to see at Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Watch the animals through underwater viewing windows
The North Building's underwater viewing windows let you watch belugas and dolphins swimming. Dolphin presentations take place at the stadium on the North Building's third floor; leave time for both viewing areas.
Aquarium belugas and underwater viewing windows Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium — opening calendar
How to get to Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Take the Meiko subway line to Nagoyako Station and walk about five minutes from Exit 3. From JR or Meitetsu services, transfer at Kanayama to a Meiko line train bound for Nagoyako. If you arrive on the Higashiyama line, check the Nagoyako-bound connection at Sakae.
Visit tips
Choose your presentations before touring the exhibits
Presentation times and locations vary, and some overlap. Pick the ones you want to see, then visit the North and South Building exhibits between them. Weather or animal conditions may cause changes or cancellations, so check the day's notices.
Monday closures and school-break exceptions
The aquarium closes Mondays, or the following day when Monday is a public holiday. It opens Mondays during Golden Week, July–September, the year-end and New Year period, and spring break. Check the official calendar for maintenance closures and your visit date.
Tickets and booking for Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
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Questions about Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Can I see a dolphin presentation at any time?
Dolphin presentations take place at scheduled times in the North Building's third-floor stadium. Check the detailed program for your date and choose a time. Weather or animal conditions may cause changes or cancellations.
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium — opening calendar Aquarium belugas and underwater viewing windows
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