Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Oita Prefecture March 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Oita Prefecture ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Oita Prefecture Types of activities Where to stay [Oita Prefecture travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Oita-Prefecture.dx6053898) ![Oita showing mist or fog, a pond and a hot spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128402/accaae1a-bb23-4650-bb99-05a921d135f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita showing mist or fog, a pond and a hot spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128402/accaae1a-bb23-4650-bb99-05a921d135f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Yufuin which includes landscape views and farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320727/962d793f-c8fb-4123-8ac9-f6a1ed887525.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128402/ac4ea174-bb9d-44a6-8304-77577012bac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita which includes a garden and signage as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128402/a428ff93-d958-4675-b6a7-777e0cc707d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6053898) ## What to do in Oita Prefecture --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Oita Prefecture ![Hells of Beppu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633988013383/b0e747af-452e-4f21-9f20-6d7bf65e1dda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hells-Of-Beppu-Beppu.d553248633988013383.Vacation-Attraction) ![Giraffe portrait in Zoo, summertime, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763225/f61ef2f8-d563-46cf-93df-d2275ab05c27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### African Safari Why not see the exotic and native animals who call African Safari home during your vacation in Usa? Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/African-Safari-Usa.d553248621532763225.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kijima Kogen Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763215/3301622b-c14d-4437-81f5-5f05e44915bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Kijima-Kogen-Park-Beppu.d553248621532763215.Vacation-Attraction) ![Takegawara Onsen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526924897/c5e9fa48-de27-45f6-99ce-1252b027b3e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Takegawara-Onsen-Beppu.d553248621526924897.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kinrin Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763210/034ac3fd-47e0-4c5a-892e-846195f1bcfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinrin Lake 4.5/5(6 reviews) The picturesque emblem of Yufuin, this geothermal lake has a remarkable beauty that is best appreciated when the air is chilly. [](https://expedia.ca/Kinrin-Lake-Yufuin-Onsen.d553248621532763210.Vacation-Attraction) ![Close up of The Nemophilas, commonly known as baby blue eyes flowers, in soft focus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763271/845db263-2919-4ccd-8419-6a7e81bbb4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harmony Land Bring the kids to Harmony Land and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Hiji. Wander the seaside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Harmony-Land-Hiji.d553248621532763271.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beppu Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621579009954/6a6e26b2-85de-4e36-a3ff-0523b0767625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Beppu-Tower-Beppu.d553248621579009954.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beppu Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621579009952/29857238-ce95-4b50-960c-eb37879ddf92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Beppu-Park-Oita.d553248621579009952.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Yufu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621579082910/37db0660-4f60-468e-ab41-1faf051a2dd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Yufu 4.5/5(4 reviews) A long hike up the volcano pays off, both from the beauty of the walk and the stunning sea and valley views from the peak. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Yufu-Yufuin-Onsen.d553248621579082910.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Oita Prefecture ![Yufuin Onsen showing a river or creek, a small town or village and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981737749/9340e297-993c-446a-9d06-26cf27bd8ab9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yufuin Onsen 4.5/5(6 area reviews) Experience the very relaxing Japanese custom of communal bathing in a hot spring onsen at the foot of Mount Yufu. [](https://expedia.ca/Yufu-Yufuin-Onsen.dx553248633981737749) ![Autumn Scenery in a Park in the Famous Yufuin Resort Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007241/f8964c5e-7758-4131-be62-b850e54af1b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miyakomachi When in Miyakomachi, you can plan a visit to JR Oita City and Oita Prefectural Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Oita-Miyakomachi.dx553248635976007241) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Saganoseki While visiting Saganoseki, you might make a stop by sights like Sekizaki Observatory and Nippokaigan Quasi-National Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Oita-Saganoseki.dx3000729131) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Beppu-Kamegawa.dx3000750530) ![Funai Castle in Oita, Oita prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000750533/2bb36aa7-c0f5-4175-8130-754da66deacc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Niagemachi You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Niagemachi. You might want to make time for a stop at Funai Castle or Oita Castle Ruin Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Oita-Niagemachi.dx3000750533) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tsurusaki While Tsurusaki isn't home to many top sights, Oita Big Eye Stadium and JR Oita City are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Oita-Tsurusaki.dx3000750539) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Oita Prefecture ![Beppu showing night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6402/e1fcdee2-3d59-4b84-8fd6-23d9ea4ca709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Beppu ![It’s a view from the castle ruins in the upper part of the mountain in Takeda-shi, Oita. I see the Kuju mountains in beautiful shape.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131065/0b304c3a-f1b2-4950-81eb-961397afda52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Taketa ![Hiji](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139481/fc0d498a-d8a7-4864-803b-9c405743afc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hiji ![0_1436R-338692](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143444/f684a95c-e17d-4589-9e2b-66e0f220c0a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hita ![黒川温泉の風景（熊本県南小国町）,kurokawa onsen,minamioguni town,kumamoto pref,japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179710/7c51ee09-08ca-4c39-8331-4d0bad9d6c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Minamioguni ![Mount Aso acid lake (crater of Mount Naka) seen from helicopter. Green mountains in the background, in the NW direction, are Mounts Kijima (left) and Ojo (right). Aso caldera walls are also visible further back. The picture points to the NW direction.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337058/13545351-ef75-4962-8697-2e564aae2f76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Takamori ![原尻の滝「朝陽の光芒・早朝風景」東洋のナイアガラ Harajiri Waterfall "Choyo no Hikari / Early Morning Scenery" Oriental Niagara 日本2021年(秋)撮影 Taken in 2021 (Autumn), Japan 九州・大分県豊後大野市 Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347251/55bf6c2a-69d0-440e-9382-4068f31395bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bungoono ![夏の旧豊後森機関庫と蒸気機関車　大分県玖珠郡 Former Bungomori locomotive storehouse in summer and steam locomotive. Ooita-ken Kusu-gun.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000374267/520e98cc-c02d-40f2-9881-f88e6ec25222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kusu ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app