Afternoon Walking Tour of Osaka Castle with Aqua Liner Cruise
starts from
$128
Description
Spend an afternoon visiting Osaka, by foot and boat! The tour includes a guided visit to Osaka Castle followed by a scenic cruise to see historical spots of the city from the river. From 683 to 745, Osaka was the capital of Japan, and even after the capital moved it still remained an important hub for land, sea, and river-canal transportation. Visit the famed Osaka Castle and surrounding Nishinomaru Garden, a symbol of this powerful Japanese city! Located on the castle grounds are over 4,000 cherry trees, a must-see in spring. After visiting the imposing Castle, you will board the Aqua Liner. This river cruise offers views of Osaka Castle, Twin Towers, Nakanoshima Island, and much more.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 8 business days (18:00 local time) to 2 business days (18:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 2 business days (18:00 local time) to 1 business days (18:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 1 business days (18:00 local time) to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Activity Detail
Pricing Details
| Adult (Age 12 & Up) | $128 |
| Child (Age 6-11) | $115 |
| Infant (Age 0-5) | $0 |
Inclusion
- Admission
- Train fare
- Cruise fee
- English-speaking guide
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Min Qty: 2 & Max Qty: 20
Start Timings
- 12:30
Duration
- 3 (hrs)
Additional Notes
- This tour uses public transportation with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed.
- The tour may use Osakajokoen Station on the way to Osaka Castle instead of Temmabashi Station.
- If the Aqua Liner is out of service due to bad weather or other operational concerns, the tour will visit the Osaka Museum of History instead. If the Aqua Liner is unavailable on a Tuesday, when the Osaka Museum of History is closed, refunds will be issued by the guide on the tour day (JPY 1,700/Adult, JPY 850/Child).
Dressing & Items to Bring
- This is a walking tour, so please wear shoes and clothes which are comfortable to walk in. Walking distance is approximately 3 km.
Schedule
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| 12:20:00 |
Check-in at Hotel Granvia Osaka
Day: Day1 |
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| 12:30:00 |
Depart from Hotel Granvia Osaka
Head to Higashi-Umeda Station on foot. Board a train to Temmabashi Station. Day: Day1 |
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Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle was founded in 16th century by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, a remarkable shogun in the Sengoku period, and is known as the symbol of his power. Day: Day1 |
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Aqua Liner
Enjoy a relaxing river cruise with views of Osaka Castle, Twin Towers, Nakanoshima Island, and much more! If the cruise is not operating, the tour will go to Osaka Museum of History. If both are not operating, refunds will be issued by the guide on the tour day (JPY 1,700/Adult, JPY 850/Child). Day: Day1 |
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Train from Osakajokoen Station to Osaka Station
Day: Day1 |
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| 16:15:00 |
Tour Ends at Osaka Station
Day: Day1 |
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