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Cruise Osaka Bay on this sightseeing ship, modeled after Columbus's flagship, the Santa Maria. Enjoy the Osaka scenery while feeling the sea breeze.

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Overview

The Santa Maria is a sightseeing cruise ship that tours Osaka Bay. Built to approximately twice the scale of Columbus's flagship, the original Santa Maria, which reached the New World, this vessel departs from Tempozan Harbor Village, near the Kaiyukan Aquarium (west exit), and cruises through Osaka Bay. Enjoy a relaxing time, letting the sea breeze wash away your daily stresses. The ship features various rooms, including a Columbus Room, a Courtyard Room, and a First Class section, each offering a unique experience. From the ship's deck, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Osaka Bay. You can also savor delicious meals while admiring the Osaka Bay scenery. The Santa Maria offers views of Osaka's iconic landmarks, including the Tempozan Ferris Wheel, Kaiyukan Aquarium, and Universal Studios Japan (USJ), as well as the occasional sight of a luxury cruise ship entering the harbor. The Santa Maria is a sightseeing cruise ship that people of all ages can enjoy. When visiting Osaka Bay, be sure to take a cruise on the Santa Maria and experience the beauty of Osaka.

  • Cultural Assets

Basic Information

Address
1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Osaka
Access
Take the Chuo Line subway to Osaka-ko Station, Exit 1. A 10-minute walk to Tempozan Harbor Village, Kaiyukan (west exit). By city bus: Get off at "Tempozan Harbor Village". Approximately 5 minutes from the Tempozan IC on the Hanshin Expressway Route 16 Osaka-ko Line. 1,300 parking spaces available (Kaiyukan parking lot, fee applies). 10-minute boat ride (Captain Line) from Universal City Port. Show route
Op.Hours
11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cld.Days
The day after the second Monday of January (the day after Coming-of-Age Day) to early February, and on days when Kaiyukan Aquarium is closed.
Fee
Adults: ¥1,800, Children (Elementary school age): ¥900 Infants: Free (up to one infant per adult)
INFO
• Due to weather and sea conditions, the cruise may be canceled, or the course and/or vessel may be changed without prior notice for safety reasons. • The cruise content may be changed due to special events or other circumstances.
HP
https://suijo-bus.osaka/intro/santamaria/

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