INDY CRUISE Dotonbori Sightseeing Cruise|Enjoy the Glico sign and bustling street views while relaxing (round-trip from Minatomachi Pier) Transport Passes
from $5.38
- Entry fees included
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Highlights
- Unlike traditional large sightseeing boats, small group sailing offers a private cruise-like atmosphere even when sharing the boat!
- Experience Osaka, starting from here! Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Dotombori River.
- Enjoy a relaxing 20-minute cruise to admire Osaka's Minami district landmarks like the Glico sign from the water.
About this experience
Departure/Return Location: Minatomachi Dock (A)
2-6 Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0086 (riverside)
The check-in location is a few minutes' walk from the boarding area.
Please refer to the attached photos for the detailed location.
Operating Hours:
Weekdays: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Weekends and holidays: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
What to expect
The Dotonbori Water Sightseeing Boat Cruise allows you to explore the Dotonbori scenery on a cruise and choose your own route. Occasionally, there will be a performance of Rakugo, a traditional Japanese comic dialogue. The cruise boat passes under nine bridges along the river, and in the evening, the neon lights of the city light up, creating a unique atmosphere.
What's included
- Boat ticket
- Experience fee
- Insurance fee
Not included
- Personal expenses
- All other fees not included in the inclusions
Things to note
- Please arrive at the check-in location at least 10 minutes before departure
- the final decision will be confirmed 3 hours before departure.After booking, you will receive an e-ticket
- We appreciate your understanding.Whether the voyage will proceed as scheduled will be determined and notified based on the weather forecast at 17:00 the previous day
- Upon arrival, please open the link in your e-ticket and tap "Use", then present the screen to the staff for verification.* Internet access is required when presenting the e-ticket, so please ensure you have a network connection prepared in advance.Please
- Please take note.Restrooms are not available during the cruise, please use the facilities before boarding.In case of rain, the vessel will be equipped with rain shelters and operate normally
- If you miss the departure time, you will not be able to board the ship
- However, if there are weather warnings, strong winds, or sudden heavy rainfall, the voyage may be canceled or the route altered
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