Wakayama Marina City

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Wakayama Marina City is a true resort island offering a full day of fun, with attractions like Porto Europa, a theme park featuring European streetscapes and amusements, and Kuroshio Ichiba, a vibrant fish market with daily tuna cutting demonstrations.

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Overview

Wakayama Marina City is an artificial island in Wakaura Bay, created in 1994 to coincide with the World Resort Expo. It's a true resort island offering a full day of fun against the backdrop of the scenic Wakaura Bay. Porto Europa theme park boasts areas recreating European streetscapes, thrilling rides like roller coasters, and engaging events for all-day enjoyment. Kuroshio Ichiba, the sightseeing fish market, offers an abundance of fresh seafood and three daily tuna cutting demonstrations. The Wakayama Marina City Hotel is a resort hotel with all ocean-view rooms, allowing guests to relax while enjoying the expansive sea views. Kishu Kuroshio Onsen hot spring facility provides a relaxing soak while taking in the breathtaking scenery of Wakaura Bay. Other attractions include a sea fishing park, Park Pacific amusement zone, and Sol Casa del Mar resort condominiums. Wakayama Marina City is a captivating destination perfect for families, couples, and groups.

  • Amusement Parks
  • Shopping
  • Scenic Views
  • Shrines and Temples
  • Night Views

Basic Information

Address
1527, Kemi, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Wakayama
Access
About 30 minutes by Wakayama Bus bound for "Marina City" or "Kainan-ekimae" from Nankai Wakayama Station or JR Wakayama Station, or by taxi. About 15 minutes by Wakayama Bus bound for "Marina City" from JR Kisei Main Line Hainan Station, or by taxi. About 10 minutes by car from the Hainan Interchange on the Kinki Expressway. Show route
Op.Hours
Porto Europa: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Hours vary depending on the season) Kuroshio Market: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wakayama Marina City Hotel: Check-in 2:00 PM, Check-out 11:00 AM Kishu Kuroshio Onsen: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last admission 9:30 PM) Please check the official website for the operating hours and days off for each facility.
Cld.Days
Varies by facility.
Fee
Porto Europa: Free admission Kuroshio Market: Free admission, food and drinks are extra Wakayama Marina City Hotel: Accommodation fees are separate Kishu Kuroshio Onsen: 800 yen for adults, 400 yen for children Please check the official website for the prices of each facility.
INFO
Terms of use vary by facility. Please check the official website of each facility for details.
HP
https://www.marinacity.com/

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