10 TOP Things to Do in Nagano May 2024

Most fun & popular experiences in Nagano

Food, drink & nightlife

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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano

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History & culture

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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano

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Trekking, Hiking and Camp in Japan Countryside (Nagano/Yamanashi)

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Popular places to visit

Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

5/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hokujo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

4/5(1 review)

Explore the stunning tree-lined ridges and open slopes of this ski resort. Soak tired muscles in healing hot springs in the nearby traditional village.

Shiga Kogen Ski Area

4/5(2 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Yamanouchi with a visit to Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza

3.5/5(2 reviews)

During your trip to Karuizawa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.

Matsumoto Castle

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Hakuba Valley Ski Area

5/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Valley Ski Area, a top ski area in Nagano. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Lake Suwa

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Suwa, a popular spot to commune with nature in Matsumoto. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort

5/5(2 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Hakuba with a visit to Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Jigokudani Monkey Park

4.5/5(11 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who call Jigokudani Monkey Park home during your travels in Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.

Explore areas of Nagano

Kyukaruizawa

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kyukaruizawa. You might want to make time for a stop at Karuizawa New Art Museum or Kumoba Pond.

Tsumago-juku

You'll enjoy the museums and waterfalls in Tsumago-juku. You might want to make time for a stop at Tsumago Honjin or Waki-Honjin.

Echo Land

While Echo Land may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Happo-one Adam Gondola and Hakuba Olympic Museum.