The area of 56 997 hectares of the Balaton Uplands National Park mainly consists of these six landscape protection areas: Kis-Balaton, Keszthely Hills, Tapolca Basin, Káli Basin, Pécsely Basin and Tihany Peninsula. Among its regions Kis-Balaton is also protected by the international Ramsar Convention, serving the protection of wetland habitats. Tihany Peninsula – as a recognition of its outstanding geological values and the work of nature conservation in that region – was awarded of European Diploma in 2003. The Natura 2000 areas, covering partly the National Park and going beyond its area ensure the possibility of the conservation of habitats, plant and animal species which are of European importance. The initiative of Bakony–Balaton Geopark – the area of which covers partly the National Park – sets the aim of interpreting the geological, natural and cultural values and awakening the consciousness of their social significance. The Bakony–Balaton Geopark became member of the European Geoparks Network and the Global Geoparks Network – assisted by UNESCO in 2012.

The Museo Archeologico della Città takes visitors on a journey through the long and fascinating history of the area, from pre-historic records, through the Nuraghic period, to more recent historical developments in the Phoenician and Roman periods. History and archaeology buffs will not want to miss these exhibits.

Open to the public since 1870, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens offers boat tours, train tours, a zoo and a nature center. It's America's last large-scale Romantic-style garden, and is the perfect place to host a wedding or other events.

The Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a vast green expanse right in the heart of Nagoya City. The 20-hectare open-range zoo is one of Asia’s largest, featuring lions, tigers, giraffes, bears, and many other species. Gaze out onto the park from the Higashiyama Sky Tower and enjoy a good meal in the restaurant located on the 7th floor.