Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Shimamoto December 2025 | Expedia.ca [Shimamoto Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Shimamoto.dx179157)[Hotels in Shimamoto](https://expedia.ca/Shimamoto-Hotels.d179157.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Shimamoto Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Shimamoto.d179157.Car-Rental-Guide)[Shimamoto Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Shimamoto.d179157.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Shimamoto ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Shimamoto Types of activities [Shimamoto travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Shimamoto.dx179157) ![Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e984c942490d6934980562352ce60ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e984c942490d6934980562352ce60ccb.jpg) ![Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8a8ac5c8d1c8c336de65dc7a72fa8397.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8a8ac5c8d1c8c336de65dc7a72fa8397.jpg) ![Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3312dc282a502739b6110abdd0f94e22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3312dc282a502739b6110abdd0f94e22.jpg) ![Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8ecfcb994a6912b1ca52cdf951cd12e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8ecfcb994a6912b1ca52cdf951cd12e5.jpg) ![Photo by James Ng](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/67e8d315f549a62dbf8d55bf2763de69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by James Ng](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/67e8d315f549a62dbf8d55bf2763de69.jpg) ## Shimamoto Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Shimamoto has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Shimamoto 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 Shimamoto 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. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Shimamoto Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Shimamoto. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Shimamoto attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![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. --- ## Recommended things to do in Shimamoto | Number of things to do | 648 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Hidden Temples in Kyoto a Self-Guided Zen Tour](/things-to-do/hidden-temples-in-kyoto-a-self-guided-zen-tour.a49693285.activity-details): CA $5 | | Top 5 things to do | [eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details)[Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple](/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-ju-an-at-jotokuji-temple.a4517769.activity-details)[Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience](/things-to-do/kyoto-kimono-experience-in-gion.a47729174.activity-details)[Hirakata Park Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/hirakata-park-admission-ticket.a50184804.activity-details)[From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple](/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-ju-an-at-jotokuji-temple.a4517769.activity-details)[Toei Kyoto Studio Park Admission Ticket : Japan’s Edo Period](/things-to-do/toei-kyoto-studio-park-admission-ticket.a48691977.activity-details)[Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket](/things-to-do/samurai-performance-and-casual-experience-kyoto-ticket.a720093.activity-details)[Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks](/things-to-do/kyoto-insider-sake-experience-with-7-tastings-and-snacks.a45923070.activity-details)[Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options](/things-to-do/kyoto-geisha-arts-gion-cultural-walk-with-geisha-show.a48099705.activity-details) | | With kids | [Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple](/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-ju-an-at-jotokuji-temple.a4517769.activity-details)[Hirakata Park Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/hirakata-park-admission-ticket.a50184804.activity-details)[From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details)[Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/perfect-kyoto-1day-bus-tour.a490782.activity-details)[One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara](/things-to-do/full-day-bus-tour-to-arashiyama-kyoto-nara.a461474.activity-details) | ## What to do in Shimamoto --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Shimamoto ![Universal Studios Japan® which includes a fountain and a statue or sculpture as well as children](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/122000/122427-Universal-Studios-Japan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan 4.5/5(52 reviews) Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park. [](https://expedia.ca/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dotonbori which includes cbd and outdoor art as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/109000/109220-Dotonbori.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dotonbori Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets. [](https://expedia.ca/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Vacation-Attraction) ![Osaka Castle which includes château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174763-Osaka-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Castle 4.5/5(290 reviews) Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kyocera Dome Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/247b8095bc4101912c57cc24d1104684.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyocera Dome Osaka 4/5(10 reviews) Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Vacation-Attraction) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91746-Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan 4.5/5(76 reviews) Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.ca/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tsutenkaku Tower](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477791-Tsutenkaku-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsutenkaku Tower 4/5(81 reviews) Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck. [](https://expedia.ca/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nipponbashi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/91cb848d9577a5c671fadb8fb6b1ae9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nipponbashi 4.5/5(43 reviews) During your trip to Osaka, you can do some window-shopping at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savor the restaurants and coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.ca/Nipponbashi-Osaka.d6150810.Vacation-Attraction) ![Spa World featuring rides, interior views and a pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91678-Spa-World.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa World 5/5(4 reviews) Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat. [](https://expedia.ca/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kuromon Market](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91692-Kuromon-Ichiba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuromon Market 4.5/5(62 reviews) Follow scents of spices and smoked goods into the covered alleyway of this bustling food market. Its popularity with chefs has earned it the nickname Osaka’s Kitchen. [](https://expedia.ca/Kuromon-Market-Minami.d6204391.Vacation-Attraction) --- 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 Shimamoto ![Heian Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45841-Heian-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ![Osaka](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477571-Osaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Osaka ![Photo by Lara Tan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0b207a4876866af9d22e8877a2070cd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Takatsuki ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shimamoto worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Shimamoto? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Shimamoto? ### Is three days enough to stay in Shimamoto? ### What are some activities to do in Shimamoto with kids? > - [Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-ju-an-at-jotokuji-temple.a4517769.activity-details) > - [Hirakata Park Admission Ticket](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hirakata-park-admission-ticket.a50184804.activity-details) > - [From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details) > - [Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/perfect-kyoto-1day-bus-tour.a490782.activity-details) > - [One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-bus-tour-to-arashiyama-kyoto-nara.a461474.activity-details) ### What to do in Shimamoto for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Shimamoto? ![](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. 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