Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ide February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ide-Hotels.d3000374001.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Ide Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ide.d3000374001.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ide Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ide.d3000374001.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Ide ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ide Types of activities [Ide travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ide.dx3000374001) ## Ide Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Ide has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Ide, 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 Ide 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 Ide Ide is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Ide, and make it a breeze to explore Ide 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 Ide 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 Ide, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Ide. #### Ide attractions Ide has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Ide to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ide. Looking for things to do in Ide can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Ide or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Ide attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Dotonbori Marvel at the illuminated billboards and savor gourmet meals at Dotonbori, Osaka's primary entertainment district. This glitzy precinct, situated around the Dotonbori Canal, offers diverse shopping, compelling landmarks and a large selection of high-quality Japanese restaurants. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) ![Dotonbori which includes boating, a city and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/01d9b742-fab1-46a3-86b5-f12c3f3d25ec.jpg) ### 2\. Osaka Castle Learn about Japan's bloody history and Osaka's ancient rulers at Osaka Castle. This romantic multi-tier castle stands on a 264-acre (106-hectare) block of raised and fortified land, and is one of the city's most iconic sites. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) ![Osaka park and castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/d31bf94a-3671-419f-a03a-62003241c58f.jpg) ### 3\. Nishiki Market Traditional Japanese food is the order of the day in the Nishiki Market, known as Kyoto’s Kitchen. The market plays host to hundreds of restaurants, shops and temporary stalls selling culinary supplies from fresh seafood to knives. Shops sell either food or utensils with which to prepare it. A stark contrast to the serene and humble temples, shrines and museums, Nishiki Market is the perfect place to experience the typical hustle and bustle of food trade at the core of Kyoto. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nishiki-Market-Kyoto.d6258971.Attraction) ![Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/d4bf094c-024f-4052-bb81-54deb5ac7ecf.jpg) ### 4\. Kiyomizu Temple Nestled in the Otowa Mountain, to the east of central Kyōto, the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu is one of the city’s most popular attractions, attracting millions of visitors each year. The current temple buildings date from the 15th to 17th centuries, but there has been a temple here since 778\. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg) ### 5\. Fushimi Inari Shrine The Fushimi Inari Shrine was founded in 711 and is the head shrine for the 40,000 shrines to Inari, goddess of rice and prosperity, in Japan. Worshippers come here to ask for wealth and success in business, and travelers come to enjoy the beauty and history of the area. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/bd0710e7-9e86-4cad-a9d5-2e30161c6d5d.jpg) ### 6\. Nijō Castle Nijo Castle is a testament to the power of the Tokugawa Shogunate during the Edo period (1603-1868). The castle was the stronghold of the family who essentially controlled Japan during this time, leaving the emperor to rule in name only. To create a defence against enemies, the castle was built with two palaces, two stone walls and two moats. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) ![Nijo Castle which includes a small town or village, château or palace and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501431/9609e2f1-65a5-4488-a0d2-ad244df66d3d.jpg) ### 7\. Expo ’70 Commemorative Park Osaka’s Expo Commemoration Park showcases the city’s cultural richness and gardening prowess. Walk through its glorious Japanese-style gardens, watch local sporting matches and browse interesting exhibits devoted to art and human history. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Expo-Commemoration-Park-Osaka.d6246627.Attraction) ![Expo Commemoration Park showing a statue or sculpture and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246627/f5f666c4-ce47-4668-825e-585423bcd83c.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000374001) ## Recommended things to do in Ide | Number of things to do | 170 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kyoto Fushimi Sake Tour -Monitor tour-](/things-to-do/kyoto-fushimi-sake-tour-monitor-tour.a50975862.activity-details): £15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Japan: Have Fun in Kansai Pass](/things-to-do/japan-have-fun-in-kansai-pass.a50616095.activity-details)[Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha](/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details)[Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details)[From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour](/things-to-do/from-kyoto-osaka-kyoto-must-see-spots-nara-park-one-day-tour.a49773415.activity-details)[Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour](/things-to-do/japan-kansai-nara-kyoto-day-tour.a50487169.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [All must-sees in 3 hours - Nara Park Classic Tour! From JR Nara!](/things-to-do/all-must-sees-in-3-hours-nara-park-classic-tour.a3342013.activity-details)[Kyoto Uji Matcha Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide](/things-to-do/kyoto-uji-early-morning-tour-with-english-speaking-guide.a51020367.activity-details)[Nara: Bike Tour in Ancient Capital UNESCO World Heritage](/things-to-do/nara-heijyo-kyo-bike-tour-in-unesco-world-heritage-site.a48217519.activity-details)[E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine](/things-to-do/e-bike-nara-highlights-todaiji-knives-deer-shrine.a48134002.activity-details)[Nara - Craft Beer, Sake, and Food Walking Tour](/things-to-do/nara-craft-beer-and-sake-walking-tour.a44519933.activity-details) | | With kids | [Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha](/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details)[Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots)](/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details)[All must-sees in 3 hours - Nara Park Classic Tour! From JR Nara!](/things-to-do/all-must-sees-in-3-hours-nara-park-classic-tour.a3342013.activity-details)[Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details)[Hirakata Park Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/legoland-japan-ticket.a50184804.activity-details) | ## What to do in Ide --- --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Ide ![Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/a9555915-96a3-4028-acad-596cb324e288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ![Yamada ike (Pond), Hirakata, Osaka, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204318/f5132627-18a2-4ea8-b704-afecb64b576e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyotanabe ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ide worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Ide? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Ide? ### Is three days enough to stay in Ide? ### What are some activities to do in Ide with kids? > - [Full-dayTour in Osaka Nara, Todaiji temple and Uji Matcha](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details) > - [Best of Kyoto and Nara Highlights Day Tour from Osaka (7\~9 spots)](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-highlights-day-tour-from-osaka.a50193059.activity-details) > - [All must-sees in 3 hours - Nara Park Classic Tour! From JR Nara!](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/all-must-sees-in-3-hours-nara-park-classic-tour.a3342013.activity-details) > - [Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) > - [Hirakata Park Admission Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/legoland-japan-ticket.a50184804.activity-details) ### What to do in Ide for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Ide? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app