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Recommended things to do in Hamamatsu

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What to do in Hamamatsu

 

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Lake Hamana

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Hamana during your travels in Nishi Ward. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
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Where to stay in Hamamatsu

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Naka Ward

If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Hamamatsu JASDF Air Park and Museum and Hamamatsu Castle are top sights worth seeing.

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Nishi Ward

While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Ulotto Museum and Hamanako Garden Park.

A coastal town with a bridge connecting to a larger city across a river.
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Open Photo by Sato S

Kita Ward

While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika and Lake Hamana.

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Kanzanjicho

If you're spending some time in Kanzanjicho, Hamanako Palpal Theme Park and Kanzanji Temple are top sights worth seeing.

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Minami Ward

While visiting Minami Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Enshunada Coastal Park and Nakatajima Sand Dunes.

 

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Toyohashi

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Shimada

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Kosai

A rural village with houses, a river, and mountains in the background.

Iida

A traditional Japanese garden with stone lanterns, a wooden walkway, and a building with a tiled roof.

Iwata

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Shinshiro

A dam with a bridge, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a turquoise river.

Kawanehon

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Hamanako Kanzanji Onsen

Frequently asked questions

Is Hamamatsu worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Hamamatsu is visit Hamamatsu JASDF Air Park and Museum. Check this major sight off your to-do list, then experience more of the area's watersports and fishing.
How do I spend a day in Hamamatsu?
Start your day with a visit to Hamamatsu JASDF Air Park and Museum and Ryugashido Cavern. Then, tour other parts of Hamamatsu for local dining and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hamamatsu?
Don't leave without checking out Hamamatsu JASDF Air Park and Museum, ranked the top tourist attraction in Hamamatsu.
Is three days enough to stay in Hamamatsu?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off popular city sights, like Washizawa Fuketsu Caves, Futamata Castle and Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika. The average stay in Hamamatsu is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Toyohashi isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Hamamatsu with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Check out our ideas for what to do in Hamamatsu with kids.
What to do in Hamamatsu for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Hamamatsu, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Neopasa Hamamatsu Up or Neopasa Hamamatsu Down.
Are there free things to do in Hamamatsu?
One of the simplest ways to find free things to do in Hamamatsu is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without reaching for your wallet. Shizuoka Prefectural Forest Park is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.

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