Things to do in Takayama
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Popular places to visit
Shinhotaka Ropeway
You can take time to visit Shinhotaka Ropeway during your travels to Takayama. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.
Hirayu Onsen
You can take time to visit Hirayu Onsen during your travels to Takayama. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Takayama Jinya
Housed in a traditional Edo Period government complex, this interesting museum tells of Takayama's significance to the Tokugawa Shogunate.
Mount Norikura
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Norikura during your travels in Takayama. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.
Miyagawa Morning Market
Experience authentic Takayama life at this teeming morning market, where traditionally dressed farmers hawk fresh produce and local wares.
Hida-no-Sato
You can study the exhibits at Hida-no-Sato, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Takayama. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village
Discover what life was like for mountain farmers during the Edo period at this preserved rural village.
Takayama Yatai Kaikan
Admire the detailed carvings, metalwork and puppets of the floats housed in this exhibition hall. Learn why the floats were originally decorated in this way.
Shiroyama Park
Explore the great outdoors at Shiroyama Park, a lovely green space in Takayama. Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.
Areas of Takayama
Hida Takayama Onsen
Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.
Old Town Takayama
River views, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Old Town Takayama. Make a stop by Miyagawa Morning Market or Takayama Traditional Culture and Crafts Square while you're exploring.
Atagomachi
When in Atagomachi, you can plan a visit to Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fuyutō
While Fuyutō isn't home to many top sights, Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall and Takayama Yatai Kaikan are some notable places to visit nearby.