Wakayama City Children's Science Museum

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is a science museum for children in central Wakayama City where you learn about science by experiencing it. The exhibits are mostly things you try with your hands rather than just look at, so even small children get absorbed on their own. There is also a planetarium, where you can spend a relaxed stretch of time and forget the heat outside, which is a real blessing in summer. Each floor has its own theme, so you can also narrow down which floors to visit according to everyone's stamina. Spend the later part of the morning cool and indoors and save your energy for the afternoon in the water. It is within walking distance of both Honmachi Park and Wakayama Castle.

Tips

The planetarium has fixed screening times, so check the day's schedule when you enter. Check opening hours, closed days and admission fees on the official website in advance. During busy hours the popular exhibits form queues, so starting from the quieter floors makes for an efficient visit.

Best time to visit

About 50 minutes. Just the right length for a cool indoor stretch before midday

Access & map

〒640-8214 和歌山県和歌山市寄合町１９