What to do in Shiga Prefecture
Most fun & popular experiences in Shiga Prefecture
Tours & day trips
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Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
Private & custom tours
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Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide
Classes & workshops
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Shiga Prefecture
Hikone Castle
Find out about the history of Hikone when you spend time at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
Enryakuji Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ishiyamadera Temple
Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Metasequoia Namiki
Learn about the local history of Takashima when you spend time at Metasequoia Namiki. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
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.
Explore areas of Shiga Prefecture
Ogoto
If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen are top sights worth seeing.
Minamikusatsu
While Minamikusatsu isn't home to many top sights, Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Kusatsujuku Honjin are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shimo-sakamoto
While visiting Shimo-sakamoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
Katata
While visiting Katata, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
