Matsumoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Matsumoto
Where to stay in Matsumoto

Asama Onsen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Asama Onsen and surrounding area, you can visit Asama Hot Spring and Utsukushigahara Onsen.

Kaichi
While Kaichi isn't home to many top sights, Matsumoto Castle and Yohashira Shrine are some notable places to visit nearby.
Niimura
When in Niimura, you can plan a visit to Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sasabe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sasabe and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum.
Tsukama
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tsukama and surrounding area, you can visit Matsumoto City Museum of Art and Matsumoto Performing Arts Center.

Wadamachi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wadamachi and surrounding area, you can visit Japan Ukiyo-e Museum and Matsumoto Timepiece Museum.

Iroha Grand Hotel
Location was amazing and staff was super helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Dormy Inn Matsumoto Natural Hot Spring
This was our 3rd time staying at a Dormy Inn property. We love the baths and sauna, especially at such a reasonable price point. This particular building had an odor of cigarettes in the hallway of the floor our room was on, but our room itself was spotless and we kept the smell out by keeping the ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

THE CELECTON Matsumoto
Amazing hotel! The room was a piece of art. The breakfast was tasty. The hotel also offered some light dinner. Love it, love it!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Residence Hotel Takayama Station
All very good.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

fav HIDATAKAYAMA
This was our 2nd time staying at this Fav Hotel. We came back because we liked how spacious and family friendly the rooms were. We booked a larger room this time and were pleasantly surprised at how much more space there was. We also loved the in-room amenities such as the microwave, washing machine, ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

FAV LUX HIDATAKAYAMA
This room type fantastic. Perfect for groups to hangout in the room. Spacious
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Matsumoto Castle
Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Get tickets for a show at Matsumoto Performing Arts Center, a theatre with a story to tell in Matsumoto. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Kappa Bridge
Kappa Bridge is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Alps Park Matsumoto
Alps Park Matsumoto is just one of the places to see in Matsumoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the hot springs in this walkable area.

Kamikochi Visitor Center
Explore the great outdoors at Kamikochi Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Matsumoto. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

Matsumoto City Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Matsumoto City Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Matsumoto. Take in the museums and waterfalls in this walkable area.
Things to do

Matsumoto Everything Tour: Castle, Miso, Wasabi, Wine & Ukiyo-e

Matsumoto Private One Day Tour from Nagano

Full Day Walking Tour in Matsumoto: Matcha Tea and Stunning Art

Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi Private Tour








