Things to do in Otsu
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Tours & day trips
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Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Private & custom tours
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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
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Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
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Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
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Discover Geisha Arts: Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show
What to do in Otsu
Popular places to visit
Ishiyamadera Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Enryakuji Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Mii-dera
You can find out about the history of Otsu with a trip to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Biwako Otsukan
Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kyu Chikurinin Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Ishiyama-dera
You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyama-dera. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Onjoji Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Onjoji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Areas of Otsu
Ogoto
If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen are top sights worth seeing.
Katata
While visiting Katata, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
Shimo-sakamoto
While visiting Shimo-sakamoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
