Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Akita February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Akita](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita-Hotels.d477.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Akita](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Akita.d477.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Akita Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Akita.d477.Car-Hire-Guide)[Akita Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita.d477.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Akita ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Akita Types of activities [Akita travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita.dx477) ![Akita Kanto Matsuri, Akita, Akita Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/d665bd0f-609a-40c1-9402-0e48c5e543e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akita Kanto Matsuri, Akita, Akita Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/d665bd0f-609a-40c1-9402-0e48c5e543e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/f61152ce-890d-426e-ae02-aef9664f2e18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Smoky Outdoor Onsen (Hot Spring) in a Ryokan of Nyutou Forest, Akita, Japan ; Shutterstock ID 504761146; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/950e8c7a-453f-499b-873d-195a9b666726.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![中土橋より西側、穴門の堀を望む。](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/aabe00ea-105d-4d7f-a19a-4d0ac17b19dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/aabe00ea-105d-4d7f-a19a-4d0ac17b19dd.jpg) by [くろふね](https://www.panoramio.com/user/1474640?with_photo_id=11747562) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ## Akita Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Akita has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Akita, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Akita with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Akita Akita is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Akita, and make it a breeze to explore Akita and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Akita to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Akita, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Akita | Number of things to do | 9 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Akita: Masuda Walking Tour with Visits to 3 Mansions](/things-to-do/akita-masuda-walking-tour-with-visits-to-3-mansions.a47943650.activity-details): £22 | | Top 5 things to do | [Akita: Masuda Walking Tour with Visits to 3 Mansions](/things-to-do/akita-masuda-walking-tour-with-visits-to-3-mansions.a47943650.activity-details)[Driving Support in Akita](/things-to-do/driving-support-in-akita.a48120736.activity-details)[Samurai Food Walk in Kakunodate](/things-to-do/samurai-food-walk-in-kakunodate.a46994641.activity-details)[Half Day Kakunodate Tour of Crafts Culture and Cuisine](/things-to-do/half-day-kakunodate-tour-of-crafts-culture-and-cuisine.a51036495.activity-details)[2 Hours Private Zen Meditation Experience in Kakunodate](/things-to-do/2-hours-private-zen-meditation-experience-in-kakunodate.a51044557.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Akita: Masuda Walking Tour with Visits to 3 Mansions](/things-to-do/akita-masuda-walking-tour-with-visits-to-3-mansions.a47943650.activity-details)[Samurai Food Walk in Kakunodate](/things-to-do/samurai-food-walk-in-kakunodate.a46994641.activity-details)[Half Day Kakunodate Tour of Crafts Culture and Cuisine](/things-to-do/half-day-kakunodate-tour-of-crafts-culture-and-cuisine.a51036495.activity-details)[2 Hours Private Zen Meditation Experience in Kakunodate](/things-to-do/2-hours-private-zen-meditation-experience-in-kakunodate.a51044557.activity-details)[Sword Martial Art Experience in Kakunodate](/things-to-do/sword-martial-art-experience-in-kakunodate.a51036010.activity-details) | | With kids | [Akita: Masuda Walking Tour with Visits to 3 Mansions](/things-to-do/akita-masuda-walking-tour-with-visits-to-3-mansions.a47943650.activity-details)[Half Day Kakunodate Tour of Crafts Culture and Cuisine](/things-to-do/half-day-kakunodate-tour-of-crafts-culture-and-cuisine.a51036495.activity-details)[Oirase Gorge and Lake Towada Day Hike with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/oirase-gorge-and-lake-towada-day-hike-with-government-licensed-guide.a3453317.activity-details) | ## What to do in Akita --- ### Popular places to visit ![Hachiko statue at Shibuya; Shutterstock ID 276533759; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526921490/25160bb8-f9f6-4cc1-9154-3b49c40312e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akita Museum of Art You can study the exhibits at Akita Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Akita. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita-Museum-Of-Art-Akita.d553248621526921490.Attraction) #### Akita Port Tower Selion Learn about the local history of Akita with a stop at Akita Port Tower Selion. Discover the area's hot springs and spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita-Port-Tower-Selion-Akita.d553248621532776343.Attraction) #### Akita Municipal Gymnasium You can find out about the history of Akita with a stop at Akita Municipal Gymnasium. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita-Municipal-Gymnasium-Akita.d6141884.Attraction) #### Akita Senshu Museum of Art You can study the exhibits at Akita Senshu Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Akita. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita-Senshu-Museum-Of-Art-Akita.d553248621532776325.Attraction) #### Akita Omoriyama Zoo Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Akita Omoriyama Zoo home during your trip to Akita? Discover the area's hot springs and spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akita-Omoriyama-Zoo-Akita.d553248621532776317.Attraction) #### Shenshu Park 4.5/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Shenshu Park, a lovely green space in Akita. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shenshu-Park-Akita.d6141874.Attraction) #### Atorian You can browse the exhibits at Atorian, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Akita. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Atorian-Akita.d6141878.Attraction) #### Kubota Castle You can learn about the history of Akita with a visit to Kubota Castle. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kubota-Castle-Akita.d553248621532776329.Attraction) #### Old Kurosawa House Housing Learn about the local history of Akita when you spend time at Old Kurosawa House Housing. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Kurosawa-House-Housing-Akita.d553248621562275660.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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