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.

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.

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.

Kaichi
While Kaichi isn't home to many top sights, Matsumoto Castle and Matsumoto Castle Black Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Richmond Hotel Matsumoto
Richmond Hotel Matsumoto was a wonderful surprise. As a budget-friendly business hotel, we weren’t expecting much—but it turned out to be far nicer than anticipated. The room was spotlessly clean, with a comfortable queen bed and a divan-style sofa that made for a perfect little reading nook. The ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Toyoko Inn Matsumoto-eki Higashi-guchi
Clean
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Iroha Grand Hotel
Great location! Excelent condition and breakfast!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Relax Hotel Takayama Station
Immaculately clean and spacious rooms; huge breakfast and wonderful location. The staff members were friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

FAV LUX HIDATAKAYAMA
Clean room . Nice staff . Great location.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

fav HIDATAKAYAMA
The room is self contained. There is everything you need for a comfortable trip. The two double beds were spacious! There’s a small kitchen area where you can cook and clean with bowls and dishes, cups, cutlery, knives provided. A microwave to heat up food. A safe to keep valuables. A wash and dry ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
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.

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.

Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Enjoy an outing to Matsumoto Performing Arts Center during your stay in Matsumoto. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

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

Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip

Adventure Cable Car Tour to Shinhotaka Ropeway





