What to do in Gifu Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Takayama: 30-Minute Sake Brewery Tour

Takayama: Authentic Sake Tasting at a Historic Brewery

£37
per adult
Takayama: Authentic Sake Tasting at a Historic Brewery
Nagoya : Shirakawa-go Magical Heritage & Takayama Day Tour

Nagoya : Shirakawa-go Magical Heritage & Takayama Day Tour

£36
per adult
Nagoya : Shirakawa-go Magical Heritage & Takayama Day Tour
From Takayama: Delve into Hida-Furukawa's Cultural Treasures

From Takayama: Delve into Hida-Furukawa's Cultural Treasures

£100
per adult
From Takayama: Delve into Hida-Furukawa's Cultural Treasures
Hida Takayama Shirakawa go and Old Town Day Tour From Nagoya

Hida Takayama Shirakawa go and Old Town Day Tour From Nagoya

£42
per adult
Hida Takayama Shirakawa go and Old Town Day Tour From Nagoya
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Shirakawago Historic Village

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You can learn about the history of Shirakawa with a visit to Shirakawago Historic Village. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Hida Takayama Onsen

Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.

A traditional Japanese village with stone-paved paths, wooden houses, and a sign for the Magome Guesthouse.

Magome

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

Sanmachi Suji Historic District

While visiting Sanmachi Suji Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area and Takayama Jinya.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden houses, a narrow road, and lush greenery.

Old Town Takayama

River views, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Old Town Takayama. Make a stop by Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area or Takayama Showa Kan while you're exploring.

Shirotoricho Shirotori

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

 

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Day trip destinations from Gifu Prefecture

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Takayama

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Matsumoto

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, white walls, and a stone base.

Ogaki

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Nagoya

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Kani

A traditional Japanese torii gate with red pillars and white banners with Japanese characters.

Seki

A waterfall cascading into a clear river surrounded by dense forest.

Yoro

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a clear sky.

Inazawa