Park & nature
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
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Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens is one of Japan's largest zoos, home to over 500 species including koalas, polar bears, and gorillas. The adjacent botanical garden features a greenhouse with tropical plants and seasonal flower displays. The highlight is the Higashiyama Sky Tower, a 134-meter observation deck with 360-degree views of Nagoya and, on clear days, Mount Fuji. The complex also includes a small amusement park with a Ferris wheel, making it a full-day family destination.
Don't miss
- Ride the elevator to the Sky Tower's observation deck for city and mountain views
- See the koalas and polar bears in the zoo's naturalistic habitats
- Explore the tropical greenhouse and seasonal flower gardens
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket4.4★ · 16 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$28 per personSee dates →
Best full dayUltimate Kyoto Arashiyama Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys & Hidden Gardens5★ · 1,716 travelers5–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$59 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleNagoya Highlight Tour guided by a friendly local5★ · 96 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$113 per personSee dates →More attractions in Nagoya
