Top 50 Best Things to Do in Nagoya
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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Nagoya

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  • Legoland Japan Resorttop_1
    󰺂8.4
    526745
    Nagoya15.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰌌Nighttime Fireworks Extravaganza
    󰋄LEGO attractions for kids 2-12
    󱨠Saved by 2490 users󱨠2637 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    Claudia AndrianiClaudia Andriani

    So much fun in here, many things can be learn about process make brick/lego

  • Port Of Nagoya Public Aquariumtop_2
    󰺂7.3
    213859
    Nagoya10.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    󰀆Touch pool & feeding shows
    500 marine species displayed
    󱨠Saved by 1699 users󱨠691 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    YT88YT88

    I had a wonderful time at the Nagoya Aquarium! The environment is very clean, spacious, and well-organized, making it a pleasant place to explore. There are so many kinds of marine animals — from penguins and sea turtles to whales and dolphins — and each area is full of interesting information. I really enjoyed learning about ocean life while walking through the exhibits.The highlight of my visit was definitely the dolphin show! The performance was lively and full of energy — the dolphins were amazing, and the trainers were so professional. It was both entertaining and touching to watch how well they worked together.Overall, it’s a great place for families, couples, or anyone who loves the ocean. I highly recommend visiting if you come to Nagoya! 🐬🌊✨

  • Nagoya Castletop_3
    󰺂6.5
    Nagoya712m from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoImmerse in the Sengoku Period and Discover Samurai Culture
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Global 50 - Spring Outings
    Highlights:
    Elevator access & exhibit views
    󰋄Nagoya's panoramic view from Tenshukaku
    󱨠Saved by 1702 users󱨠2219 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    鱼会飞0812鱼会飞0812

    Nagoya Castle at 4 PM was beautiful, and I even caught a ninja and cat tour. We dragged our feet until 4 PM, and the lady at the gate 🧍‍♀️ said we could only visit for an hour, which meant we were finished at 5 PM! I didn't expect it to be a student tour day, so I saw a ton of students coming out the moment I entered. I even ran into a couple of ninjas leaving their jobs, and a sleeping cat! Although the temple tour ended at 4:30 PM, I was a little disappointed I didn't make it, but Nagoya Castle was truly beautiful and I was quite moved... 🏯Nagoya Castle 🈺9-18 PM 🎫500 yen/person

  • Sky Promenade
    4
    󰺂6.4
    105349
    Nagoya.Nagoya City Centre2.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    Stargazing & city night views
    󱓊1.5-mile urban landscape corridor
    󱨠Saved by 644 users󱨠100% positive reviews
    4.7/5
    EC888EC888

    Easy to redeem the voucher. The view is stunning. I suggest to visit at night.

  • Atsuta-jingu Shrine
    5
    󰺂6.0
    Nagoya6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Night Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    󰀆Atsuta Festival parade on June 5
    Over 6,000 artifacts in museum
    󱨠Saved by 1044 users󱨠183 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    mosy2018mosy2018

    We went there at night. We were rushing to see time-limited attractions during the day. The shrine is open all day, so we went there at night. There were not many people in the shrine. We saw several buildings with ancient charm. We also saw a wine association listing various wines, which was very interesting.

  • Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
    6
    󰺂5.8
    52675
    Nagoya7.4 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoNagoya Higashiyama Zoo & Botanical Gardens Fall Foliage Festival | Nov 15, 2025-Dec 8, 2025
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    󰋄Koalas & 550 animal species
    10 national heritage greenhouses
    󱨠Saved by 548 users󱨠52% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    LiuHM01LiuHM01

    The zoo: This is a truly amazing zoo! The 23 RMB ticket price is enough to see many animals rarely seen in China, such as silverback gorillas, desert cats, hawks, bison, and manuls. The animal welfare is also quite good. While some of the exhibits are a bit small, most have indoor and outdoor areas, plus cages, and the zoo is well-stocked. The only downside is that many of the exhibits (like the manul) are still in traditional cages, making them difficult to see through. Some of the glass exhibits were a bit dirty, but for 23 RMB, what's the point of a bike? Just a reminder: be aware of closing times; they collect the animals early and never delay them (I missed out on shopping and wanted to spend some money to help feed the animals). Overall, the zoo exceeded my expectations, and I completely understand the online claims about it being a hidden gem! A must-do when visiting Nagoya, especially with children! And be sure to allow plenty of time. Botanical Garden: Didn't have enough time to go (doge) Amusement Park: Most of the rides are educational and suitable for children. Prices vary by a few hundred yen. On weekdays, there's a 600 yen offer for three rides, which is highly recommended. There's also a roller coaster called Slope Shooter (P2, yes, it's a roller coaster), which has been operating since 1961. It's a very unique ride and highly recommended!

  • Osu Shotengai Shopping Street
    7
    󰺂5.8
    Nagoya.Osu2.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Night Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    󱨜Grand antique market monthly 18th & 28th
    Hotei, one of the Seven Lucky Gods
    󱨠Saved by 1341 users󱨠135 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    _TS***8_TS***8

    the street is convenient to get there , lots of shopping and some special food and you can buy after visiting the temple there

  • Nagoya City Science Museum
    8
    󰺂5.6
    Nagoya.Sakae1.9 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    󱨜Interactive exhibits for all ages
    󱓊Tornado & extreme cold experiences
    󱨠Saved by 479 users󱨠47% positive reviews
    4.5/5
    _TI***j0_TI***j0

    the science museum is full of knowledge and science experiments, the kifs have learnt a great lessons there , it is really fun

  • Oasis 21
    9
    󰺂5.4
    Nagoya.Nagoya City Centre1.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Night Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    360° view of Nagoya City
    46-ft glass roof with rippling water
    󱨠Saved by 743 users󱨠33% positive reviews
    4.4/5
    西行阿里西行阿里

    It has a glass-roofed "Water Spaceship" where you can walk 14 meters in the air, an above-ground park "Green Land" with a vast lawn, a semi-underground "Bus Terminal", and "Galaxy Plaza" where various events are held underground. A three-dimensional park with 30 various shops. The spaceship that lights up the water at night is very photogenic, and it is also a popular photo spot.

  • Inuyama Castle
    10
    󰺂5.3
    Inuyama23.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Nagoya
    Highlights:
    360° view of Nagoya Plain
    󰋄Kiso River & distant mountains views
    󱨠Saved by 142 users󱨠41% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    企鹅旅行日记企鹅旅行日记

    This is a very cost-effective attraction, suitable for a day trip or staying overnight nearby. It's about a 15-minute walk from Inuyama Yuen Station. You can climb the castle tower and overlook the beautiful scenery of Inuyama City. It's quite pleasant. You can find food in the Inuyama Castle Town next to it.

What Best Things to Do are there in Nagoya?
These are all Best Things to Do in Nagoya:Legoland Japan Resort, Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium, Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade, Atsuta-jingu Shrine
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Nagoya?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Nagoya include:Legoland Japan Resort:4.8, Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium:4.7, Nagoya Castle:4.7, Sky Promenade:4.7, Atsuta-jingu Shrine:4.6
At what locations in Nagoya can Best Things to Do in Nagoya be found?
The Best Things to Do in Nagoya are mainly located in:Legoland Japan Resort:Nagoya, Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium:Nagoya, Nagoya Castle:Nagoya, Sky Promenade:Nagoya, Atsuta-jingu Shrine:Nagoya
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