What to do in Beppu

Activities, attractions and tours
Beppu

Beppu Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Beppu is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Beppu to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Beppu Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Hells of Beppu

The Hells of Beppu are a set of eight outdoor hot springs in picturesque natural surroundings. Spread out across the Shibaseki and Kannawa districts of northern Beppu, these steamy thermal basins are for viewing only. Enjoy desserts prepared using the steam of the hot springs at some of these so-called “hells.”
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Gaze at the menacing steam and bubbling mud pits around these otherworldly hot springs, where you’ll find crocodiles, steamed desserts and geyser eruptions.

2. Kijima Kogen Park

From thrilling rides to child-friendly attractions and live entertainment, there’s something for visitors of all ages at Kijima Kogen Park. Enjoy one of Japan’s most famous roller coasters, navigate your way through a spooky maze, go ice-skating and cool off at a splash pad. Kijima Kogen Park spreads across 62 acres (25 hectares) of a forested mountain slope, with glimpses of Mount Tsurumi in the background.
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Take an exciting ride on Japan’s first wooden roller coaster and other traditional fairground rides at a theme park set in the foothills of Mount Tsurumi.

3. Takegawara Onsen

The Takegawara Onsen is a hot spring spa with a stylish Japanese façade and traditional baths. Still active today, the public bathhouse provides a glimpse into the Beppu of the late 19th century, when its tiled roof was made of thatched wood and bamboo. Do as the locals do and soak in the soothing thermal waters of the baths.
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An elegant façade and gabled roof welcome you to a relaxing haven, where you can soak in a thermal tub and be covered in heated sand.

4. Beppu Tower

An impressive entanglement of rods and poles, the Beppu Tower is a modern skyscraper rising above Beppu Bay. Near the top is a deck providing views of the picturesque strand and the rest of the city. Ride the elevator up to the observation deck and get an aerial view of your favorite attractions in Beppu.
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The third-oldest tower in Japan glows in bright colors at night, while its viewing platform offers unobstructed vistas of mountains and sea.

5. Beppu Park

An extraordinary flurry of pink cherry blossom trees, green mountains and wide open fields create an interesting spectacle in Beppu Park. The leafy park’s bright flowers light up this hilly terrain in the town center of Beppu. Lay down a mat or blanket to reserve your place beneath a cherry blossom tree for the traditional Japanese experience of hanami. Enjoy a picnic in these gorgeous surroundings.
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Hike through the bamboo forest, marvel at the lanterns and enjoy a picnic beneath a cherry blossom tree in this hilly park in central Beppu.

6. Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway

The Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway is an immense gondola system taking passengers up to the peak of Mount Tsurumi in Aso-Kuju National Park. The journey itself is a highlight, passing through thickets of cherry blossom trees and looking back on the city. Bring your binoculars and cameras for the picturesque 10-minute ride to the top.
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Ever-changing terrain and a wide spectrum of color unfold beneath you, as this aerial lift takes you to a leafy mountain peak.

Discover the most popular places to visit in Beppu

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Hells of Beppu

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Gaze at the menacing steam and bubbling mud pits around these otherworldly hot springs, where you’ll find crocodiles, steamed desserts and geyser eruptions.

Hells of Beppu
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Kijima Kogen Park

Take an exciting ride on Japan’s first wooden roller coaster and other traditional fairground rides at a theme park set in the foothills of Mount Tsurumi.

Kijima Kogen Park
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Takegawara Onsen

5/5(1 review)

An elegant façade and gabled roof welcome you to a relaxing haven, where you can soak in a thermal tub and be covered in heated sand.

Takegawara Onsen
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Beppu Tower

The third-oldest tower in Japan glows in bright colors at night, while its viewing platform offers unobstructed vistas of mountains and sea.

Beppu Tower
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Beppu Park

4/5(2 reviews)

Hike through the bamboo forest, marvel at the lanterns and enjoy a picnic beneath a cherry blossom tree in this hilly park in central Beppu.

Beppu Park
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Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway

5/5(2 reviews)

Ever-changing terrain and a wide spectrum of color unfold beneath you, as this aerial lift takes you to a leafy mountain peak.

Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway
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Sea Hell Hot Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Sea Hell Hot Springs, a lovely green space in Beppu. Discover the area's hot springs and spas.

Sea Hell Hot Springs
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Beppu Art Museum

Bamboo folk art, antiques and wooden tools from a bygone era stand beside the modern works of art on display in this museum.

Beppu Art Museum
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Mount Tsurumi

Nature trails meander between a variety of bright pink native plants that decorate the undulating terrain on the way to the volcano summit.

Mount Tsurumi

Explore areas of Beppu

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Kamegawa

While there might not be top attractions in Kamegawa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hyotan Hot Spring and Blood Pond Hell Hot Springs.

Kamegawa

Day trip destinations from Beppu

Kannawa Onsen

Kannawa Onsen