What to do in Shiga Prefecture
Most fun & popular experiences in Shiga Prefecture
Tours & day trips
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Private & custom tours
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Classes & workshops
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Adventure & outdoor
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Spa & wellness
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Popular places to visit
Hikone Castle
Find out about the history of Hikone with a stop at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
Enryakuji Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu when you take a trip to Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ishiyamadera Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu when you spend time at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Biwako Valley
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing 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 culturally rich area.
Mount Ibuki
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Ibuki during your travels in Maibara. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Ogoto Onsen
You can take time to visit Ogoto Onsen during your travels to Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Chikubu Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chikubu Island during your travels in Nagahama. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
Shirahige Shrine
Find out about the history of Takashima with a stop at Shirahige Shrine. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
Explore areas of Shiga Prefecture
Ogoto
While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.
Minamikusatsu
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Minamikusatsu and surrounding area, you can visit Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Kusatsujuku Honjin.
Shimo-sakamoto
If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Katata
If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.