Old Town Takayama
Takayama
Visit Old Town Takayama
Popular places to visit
Miyagawa Morning Market
Experience authentic Takayama life at this teeming morning market, where traditionally dressed farmers hawk fresh produce and local wares.
Takayama Showa Kan
You can study the exhibits at Takayama Showa Kan, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Takayama. Find some time to visit the temples or monuments in this walkable area.
Kusakabe Folk Museum
Admire the grandiose aesthetic of this mansion, once home to a successful and wealthy merchant family.
Morning Markets
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Morning Markets during your stay in Takayama. Experience the festivals and museums in this walkable area.
Yoshijima House
Learn about the local history of Takayama with a stop at Yoshijima House. Discover the museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
You can learn about the history of Takayama when you stop by Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area. Experience the museums and festivals in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
![Departing from Takayama [Regular sightseeing bus] World Heritage Sites Shirakawago and Gokayama Ainokura](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46197483/913c7c89-def4-45b6-abde-d80dc081cc23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Departing from Takayama [Regular sightseeing bus] World Heritage Sites Shirakawago and Gokayama Ainokura
Hida Folk Village Museum Passes in Takayama Japan
Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Tour From Nagoya w/Opt. Lunch
From Takayama: Shirakawago and Gokayama Bus Tour by Nohi Bus
Nagoya to Takayama & Shirakawa World Heritage English Guide
Hida Takayama and Shirakawago One Day Bus Tour from Nagoya
Top hotels in Old Town Takayama
Hotel Wood Takayama
Great hotel and staff. Very helpful with notes about things to see in the area.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Takayama stay Kakitsubata
広々として，清潔感もあり使いやすかった。 夜に入館したため，チェックイン時の鍵の部分が暗くわかりにくかった。 外国人対応も意識しての掲示もわかりました。 館内は段差があるので、サイト上2階への階段の案内の他に字とことプラスされていればkさらに良いかもしれません。 また，チェックイン前に宿泊者の写真登録が必要な意味も、実際にチェックインしてセキュリティ上理解しました。滞在は快適でした。
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Residence Hotel Takayama Station
Excellent location right near the train station. Room is clean and staff are very friendly. I stayed with my wife and toddler, and was very happy with accommodations!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Wat Hotel& Spa Hida Takayama
Nice hotel, great hospitality.Very reasonable price with breakie. Room is spacious for family. On top of that, breakfast is satisfying with various choices. Open air onsen allow you to relax after whole day activities. A plus is small private onsen room(only fit a couple). Personally, Hotel location ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
TOKYU STAY Hida-Takayama Musubi no Yu
有禮、乾淨。 房間偏細。但地點很方便。 溫泉和早餐都是一流。
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Oyado Koto No Yume
The best
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Takayama
Atagomachi
When in Atagomachi, you can plan a visit to Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
