What other travelers are saying about Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe
Honestly quite interesting aquarium.
Wasn't expecting to be wowed since it looks like quite a small aquarium, however the shows and the showcase got me looking.
Loved the dolphin and the penguin shows, because I love them too, you get to see them up close. The other shows were interesting too (sardine and seal).
The indoor aquarium area had interactive areas too, where you can have fish nibbling (no pain but more if ticklish) on your fingers, touching rays (didn't know it was so slippery), to touching sea cucumber, starfish etc. (there are sinks just beside the area, hence you can always wash your hands after the interaction).
There were also quite a lot of aquatic animals that I have yet to see in real life before.
I spent about 2-2.5hrs in total to cover all areas and managed to catch all the shows.
The park operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Visitors should check the official website for potential maintenance days or temporary closures.
Bringing your own food and beverages is permitted in principle. However, to enjoy certain facilities at Nixland (the amusement park), stores, and restaurants, you must first purchase an admission ticket and enter the park.
Parking costs 500 yen per day for standard cars, 1,500 yen per day for buses, and 200 yen per day for motorcycles. The facility can accommodate 750 regular cars and 20 buses.
Pets are not allowed in the museum, even in carriers or cages. The park provides information about nearby pet care facilities for visitors traveling with animals.
A leisurely tour of the aquarium takes approximately 2 hours, while a faster-paced visit requires at least 1 hour. If you plan to include breaks, meals, and the adjacent amusement park Nixland in your visit, budget an additional 1 to 2 hours for a complete experience.
Big marine park with many attractions and some shows, including the penguin show we wanted to see. Unfortunately, we missed the show, but we managed to see some interesting exhibitions and shows that were very captivating. The park isn’t too crowded, so it’s a great place to visit when you’re in Noboribetsu. The fur seal show was particularly entertaining, showcasing their intelligence and agility.
Noboribetsu Marine Park is a great family-friendly spot, especially for kids. The park is on the smaller side, but it’s very easy to walk through and you can still see all the popular marine animals up close. Kids love the penguin parade, dolphin show, and colorful fish displays. It’s a fun and simple half-day trip that’s perfect for families visiting the Noboribetsu or Sapporo area.
Nice little aquarium. Good stop If you pass through Noboribetsu area. Wouldn’t recommend if you have to drive here just to visit the aquarium.
There were 4 penguins walking on the parade….🐧🐧🐧🐧 (that’s it!)
There were 10+ penguins in the aquarium, but only 4 joins the parade.
This place is really beautiful. Tons of things to see. Compared to other aquariums in the area, this one worth the price of 3000 per ticket.
The seal show and the penguin walk was super cool and cute. The aquarium goes underground as well showcasing different types of fish.
There are also multiple pools where you can touch star fish, crabs and rays
