Title: Things to Do in Matsushima in 2026 | Expedia.com [Matsushima Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Matsushima.dx6200003)[Hotels in Matsushima](https://expedia.com/Matsushima-Hotels.d6200003.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Matsushima](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Matsushima.d6200003.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Matsushima](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Matsushima.d6200003.Car-Rental-Guide)[Matsushima Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Matsushima.d6200003.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Matsushima ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Matsushima Types of activities [Matsushima Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Matsushima.dx6200003) ![Zuigan-jee temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/10648c57-75d2-4998-bbe9-3ffd4eb55735.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Zuigan-jee temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/10648c57-75d2-4998-bbe9-3ffd4eb55735.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![宮城県宮城郡松島町幡谷にある吉田川サイフォンの入口の写真。撮影日 2011-08-09](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/7f6335bc-baa6-4244-b5a1-f47792a63723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/7f6335bc-baa6-4244-b5a1-f47792a63723.jpg) by [Oriorigamigami4](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Oriorigamigami4) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![松島湾に浮かぶ五大堂](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/f3e50e63-71ac-461f-b21f-ff8464fa294f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/f3e50e63-71ac-461f-b21f-ff8464fa294f.jpg) by [掬茶](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:%E6%8E%AC%E8%8C%B6) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![瑞巌寺の寺宝を収蔵する青龍殿](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/de12b684-be3f-4627-bf6d-b2e5ef913eac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200003/de12b684-be3f-4627-bf6d-b2e5ef913eac.jpg) by [掬茶](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:%E6%8E%AC%E8%8C%B6) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Matsushima #### Matsushima Town Hall After visiting Matsushima Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Matsushima. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Matsushima-Town-Hall-Matsushima.d934584243280023552.Vacation-Attraction) #### Zuigan-ji Temple 4.5/5(3 reviews) After visiting Zuigan-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Matsushima. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Zuigan-Ji-Temple-Matsushima.d6102650.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ojima Island Find out about the history of Matsushima when you take a trip to Ojima Island. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Ojima-Island-Matsushima.d553248621586074535.Vacation-Attraction) #### Date Masamune Historical Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Date Masamune Historical Museum in Matsushima. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.com/Date-Masamune-Historical-Museum-Matsushima.d553248621532776206.Vacation-Attraction) #### Matsushima-Kaigan Resthouse Matsushima-Kaigan Resthouse is just one of the places to see in Matsushima, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Matsushima-Kaigan-Resthouse-Matsushima.d868638015829258240.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tomiyama Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tomiyama during your travels in Matsushima. Stroll along the sandy beaches or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tomiyama-Matsushima.d553248621532776223.Vacation-Attraction) #### Saigyo-Modorino-Matsu Park Explore the great outdoors at Saigyo-Modorino-Matsu Park, a lovely green space in Matsushima. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Saigyo-Modorino-Matsu-Park-Matsushima.d553248621532776217.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kyohei Fujita Glass Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kyohei Fujita Glass Museum during your trip to Takagi. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Kyohei-Fujita-Glass-Museum-Matsushima.d553248621532776221.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kanrantei You can learn about the history of Matsushima with a visit to Kanrantei. Discover the area's hot springs and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Kanrantei-Matsushima.d553248621532776207.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Matsushima ![The train is coming out of the tunnel through the Naruko gorge during the autumn colors of the beautiful autumn leaves in Miyagi, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141140/c94831d8-15ed-4f4e-ae1a-7c57c9337a8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Osaki ![View of the Matsushima Bay and its famous red bridge, Sendai, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347198/51c23cd6-1050-4946-a2ce-794b03ba0f6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rifu ![The bird's eye view of Miyato](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347229/2f2954ab-019f-4bbe-be40-df0d5d73ef98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Higashimatsushima ![Scene of Matsushima, Miyagi, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347300/1833328b-cc21-4dc3-8733-a216a6219557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shiogama ![春の多聞山 Tamon-san Park in spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000373714/75d0e886-c5f8-4ae6-950c-e8ae28c50eb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [Arui Kashiwagi](https://www.panoramio.com/user/7000481?with_photo_id=74230203) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Shichigahama ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Matsushima worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Matsushima? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Matsushima? ### Is three days enough to stay in Matsushima? ### Is Matsushima a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Matsushima with kids? > - [Matsushima Bay, Islands and Seafood Market day tour from Tokyo](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/matsushima-bay-islands-and-seafood-market-day-tour-from-tokyo.a50705255.activity-details) > - [Shiogama: Food Tour, taste fresh Tuna and Japanese Sweets](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/shiogama-food-tour-taste-fresh-tuna-and-japanese-sweets.a48575590.activity-details) > - [Matsushima Coastal and Spiritual Day Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/matsushima-coastal-and-spiritual-day-tour.a50765404.activity-details) ### What to do in Matsushima for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Matsushima?