Otsu Hotels near Takebe Taisha Shrine

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Ishiyama-dera. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

You might want to get your camera out and head to Ishiyamadera Temple— just one of the landmarks located 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from central Otsu. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Otsu has many other landmarks you might want to see such as Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle.

After visiting Otsu Kogan Nagisa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Zeze Ware Museum in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

You can learn about the history of Otsu with a trip to Roka Sensuiso Kion-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shiga Kenritsu Kindai Bijutsukan during your travels in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.