Things to do in Gifu Prefecture

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Takayama Jinya featuring autumn leaves
Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village which includes autumn leaves
Takayama Yatai Kaikan which includes religious elements
Takayama showing shopping
Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village featuring fall colors and a house

Gifu Attractions

It isn't hard to find exciting things to see and do in Gifu. Delve into the area's history and check out the top attractions in this charming city. Sort out your schedule now so you can hit the deck running once you arrive.

If you're ready to hit the streets of Gifu, sign up for a few of the top tours & day trips on offer, and let a friendly guide show you some of the most popular sights. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {140 fun activities in Gifu fun activities in Gifu} are also worth looking into.

Most popular activities in Gifu Prefecture

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Nagoya: Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Tour w/Optional Lunch

Nagoya: Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Tour w/Optional Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $54 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Guided Tour of Shirakawa-go

Private Guided Tour of Shirakawa-go

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $265 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Takayama Private Night Guided Tour

Takayama Private Night Guided Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $271 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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2-Hour Genuine Samurai Experience Through Kendo in Nagoya

2-Hour Genuine Samurai Experience Through Kendo in Nagoya

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $122 per adult
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What to do in Gifu Prefecture

Free Things to Do in Gifu

They say the best things in life are free. Discover the following around Gifu:

Shoho-ji - Get a deeper understanding of the local religion at this spiritual site.

Bairin Park - Organize a picnic and enjoy a stroll around the gorgeous plant life.

Things to Do in Gifu (prefecture) with Kids

There are lots of sensational experiences in Gifu (prefecture) that the entire gang will get a buzz out of. Here are some of the top family friendly experiences in the area.

 

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Kanda house featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

Shirakawago Historic Village

Learn about the history of Shirakawago Historic Village, a well-known monument in Shirakawa. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Shirakawago Historic Village
Shinhotaka Ropeway which includes a gondola, tranquil scenes and landscape views

Shinhotaka Ropeway

Enjoy a ride on Japan’s first double-deck gondola for magnificent views of the Japanese Alps. Stop at stations to stroll nature trails, spot wildflowers and join a snowshoe tour.

Shinhotaka Ropeway
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Hirayu Onsen

You can take time to visit Hirayu Onsen during your travels to Takayama. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Hirayu Onsen
Miyagawa Morning Market showing shopping

Miyagawa Morning Market

Experience authentic Takayama life at this teeming morning market, where traditionally dressed farmers hawk fresh produce and local wares.

Miyagawa Morning Market
Hida-no-Sato

Hida-no-Sato

You can study the exhibits at Hida-no-Sato, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Takayama. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Hida-no-Sato
Takayama Yatai Kaikan

Takayama Yatai Kaikan

Admire the detailed carvings, metalwork and puppets of the floats housed in this exhibition hall. Learn why the floats were originally decorated in this way.

Takayama Yatai Kaikan
看板はないがいらないよね。

Mount Norikura

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Norikura during your travels in Takayama. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Mount Norikura
Takayama Jinya as well as a small group of people

Takayama Jinya

Housed in a traditional Edo Period government complex, this interesting museum tells of Takayama's significance to the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Takayama Jinya
Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village showing fall colors, forest scenes and a lake or waterhole

Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village

Discover what life was like for mountain farmers during the Edo period at this preserved rural village.

Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Gifu Prefecture

Hida Takayama Onsen which includes a small town or village and a pond

Hida Takayama Onsen

4.5/5(101 area reviews)

Nestled amid the Japan Alps is one of Honshu’s most alluring cities. Discover old merchant’s homes, sake breweries, eclectic museums and flamboyant festivals.

Hida Takayama Onsen
Magome showing a small town or village

Magome

5/5(1 area review)

Travelers like the museums in Magome, and Magome Post Town is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Magome
Takayama Showa Kan featuring interior views

Old Town Takayama

Travel back in time to a well-preserved merchant’s neighborhood from the Edo period. Visit atmospheric markets, sake breweries, coffeehouses and museums.

Old Town Takayama
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Shirotoricho Shirotori

Amidaga Falls is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Shirotoricho Shirotori and the surrounding area.

Shirotoricho Shirotori
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Kagashima

Though Kagashima might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gifu City Science Museum and Museum of Fine Arts.

Kagashima
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Atagomachi

Though Atagomachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sakurayama-Jinja and Takayama Yatai Kaikan.

Atagomachi

 

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Popular day trips from Gifu Prefecture

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Gujo

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Kuwana

Takayama Yatai Kaikan

Takayama

Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset

Matsumoto

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Ogaki

Kiso

Kiso

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Gifu

Atsuta Jingu Shrine showing a park and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nagoya

Frequently asked questions

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You'll barely have time to fetch your wallet out of your pocket with so many free things to do:

  • Miyagawa Morning Market
  • Sanmachi-suji
  • Chiyoboinari Shrine
  • Sekigahawra Battlefield