Miyajima Aquarium Entry
Miyajima Aquarium Ticket
★ 4.7 (136 reviews)
Prebooked entry to Miyajima's aquarium, with most guests spending between one and three hours inside. It slots neatly between the shrine gate and a ropeway run up the hill.
from $9 Per person
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Dates, group size and the final cost appear on the live booking page, where payment happens too.
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Overview
This ticket gets you into the Miyajima Public Aquarium, an aquarium sitting on the World Heritage island of Miyajima, a short walk from the exit of Itsukushima Shrine. The listing describes a suggested visit of one to three hours. Inside, the collection holds some 15,000 specimens across 380 species.
The animal side of the visit centres on the main residents. Finless porpoises, Humboldt penguins, sea lions, seals and otters are the animals mainly displayed, and the aquarium runs regular events featuring a variety of animals and engaging activities. The aquarium also showcases elegant coloured carp and goldfish, which the listing singles out as part of its character and diversity.
The aquarium sits close to the shrine exit, which makes it straightforward to reach for anyone already on the island. The listing does not state whether any pickup or transfer is included, so travellers should check the live booking page for meeting and access details before they go.
Itinerary
- Arrive at MiyajimaThe aquarium is located on Miyajima, the World Heritage island in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture.
- Find the aquariumThe entrance is a 5-minute walk from the exit of Itsukushima Shrine, along the Misen Mountain Trail Omoto Route.
- Enter with your ticketUse your ticket for entry at the Miyajima Public Aquarium. The listing suggests allowing one to three hours for the visit.
- See the main animalsVisit the finless porpoises, Humboldt penguins, sea lions, seals and otters that form the core of the displays.
- Catch an eventThe aquarium holds regular events featuring various animals and activities. Check the schedule on the day for times.
- Browse the fish displaysThe aquarium also showcases elegant coloured carp and goldfish.
What To Expect From The Tour
A few practical points will help you plan the visit, based on what the listing covers.
- Getting there. The aquarium is a 5-minute walk from the exit of Itsukushima Shrine, on the Misen Mountain Trail Omoto Route. The listing gives this as the access route, so plan your walk on the island around it.
- How long to allow. The listing suggests one to three hours. That is a suggested duration rather than a firm limit stated by the operator.
- Events schedule. Regular events feature a variety of animals and activities. Times vary, so check the day's schedule on arrival if seeing a particular animal matters to you.
- Main animals. Finless porpoises, Humboldt penguins, sea lions, seals and otters are the headline animals, and the listing notes regular events featuring a variety of animals and engaging activities.
- Fish displays. Alongside the larger animals, the aquarium showcases elegant coloured carp and goldfish. The listing presents these displays as part of the aquarium's diversity.
- What to bring. The listing does not specify items to bring. Check the booking page for any current guidance before you travel.
Common issues. The listing does not state what the ticket includes beyond entry, nor does it cover pickup or transfers, so travellers should confirm those points on the booking page. The one to three hours given is a suggestion only, and event times are not published in the listing.
Common Questions
How Long Does The Visit Take?
The listing suggests one to three hours. It gives this as a suggested duration, so plan your day around that range.
Where Is The Meeting Point?
The meeting point is the Miyajima Public Aquarium itself, on the Misen Mountain Trail Omoto Route in Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi City. It is a 5-minute walk from the exit of Itsukushima Shrine.
Is Pickup Or Transport Included?
The listing does not state that any pickup or transfer is included. Travellers should check the booking page for access details before they travel.
What Animals Will I See?
The main displays feature finless porpoises, Humboldt penguins, sea lions, seals and otters. There are also displays of coloured carp and goldfish, and the collection holds 380 species in total.
Are There Shows Or Events?
Yes, the aquarium runs regular events featuring a variety of animals and engaging activities. Schedules vary, so check on the day you visit.
Is It Suitable For Children?
The listing does not state a minimum age or any child-specific policy. Check the booking page for child ticket details before booking.
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