Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

If you thought that only dinosaur fans would love the dinosaur museum, you are totally wrong! This trip went to the famous Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum in Katsuyama, Fukui Prefecture. Whether you’re driving or taking transportation, it’s only 30-40 minutes from Fukui City, making it easy to plan a fun and fulfilling day trip.

Attraction inventory recommendation

📍Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
Address: 51-11 Murokochō Terao, Katsuyama, Fukui 911-8601 Japan
Opening hours: September 11-December 30 09:00-17:00 (entry stops at 16:30);

Once you enter the museum, you will be shocked by the huge array of dinosaur fossils! The exhibition area in the museum is very novel, the interactive experience is very delicate, even adults can't help but touch the skeletal models 🤣. Children have multiple interactive corners, and some families who are not afraid to carry their children are absolutely assured of discharge. The museum is like a movie scene and has a touch of cute childlike fun, so you can discover the secrets of the dinosaur world as you visit.

Recommended for the souvenir shop in the museum, the merchandise is very rich, in addition to must-buy dinosaur dolls, fossil models, but also stationery, small gifts and other small and cute peripherals. Not only children, but also adults will find the right gadgets for them.

Itinerary tips

- Self-drive is highly recommended, only 30-40 minutes drive from Fukui City. The scenery along the way is good, the route is simple, and there is plenty of parking space, especially suitable for family outings; however, public transport services are limited, so check the time in advance.
- The museum itself is suitable for a slow visit, allow a little more time to savor the exhibition areas, and remember to leave some time for the souvenir shop, do not miss the limited items!
- If you have children at home, there are quite a lot of interactive exhibits in the museum. Remember to bring your camera to capture your children and dinosaurs "photos"!
- There are some simple restaurants near the museum, such as fast food or simple set meals, after visiting can simply solve lunch, do not have to go to the city to find food.

Food recommendations

If it’s still early, you can head back to downtown Fukui to find food and try “Echizen Soba” near Fukui City Station at noon. The local soba noodles are refreshing and popular with children. There are also many family canteens around Katsuyama City, as well as local specialty dishes to easily solve a meal.

Transportation guide

Self-driving is the most convenient, Google Map directly set the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum. If you take public transportation, you can take the Echizen Railway from Fukui Station to Katsuyama Station and transfer to a bus.

summary

The Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is not only a paradise for dinosaur fans, but also a large museum for the whole family. The facilities are novel and interactive, full of educational and playful. Next time you visit Fukui Prefecture, you might as well put Katsuyama City on your itinerary, you won’t be disappointed!

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