Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Zao February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Zao](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao-Hotels.d6139479.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Zao Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Zao.d6139479.Car-Hire-Guide)[Zao Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao.d6139479.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Zao ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Zao Types of activities [Zao travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao.dx6139479) ![Snow Monsters Mountain, Zao, Japan; Shutterstock ID 474357550](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000756925/88675697-5291-4ac4-b24c-5d6cf3815d8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Snow Monsters Mountain, Zao, Japan; Shutterstock ID 474357550](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000756925/88675697-5291-4ac4-b24c-5d6cf3815d8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![FUDO in fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139479/3cef54dd-b445-4830-be37-68c854720cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139479/3cef54dd-b445-4830-be37-68c854720cc2.jpg) by [Babiesan](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4739403?with_photo_id=38683522) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![濁川 Nigori-gawa river](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139479/936ab31f-318f-4bb6-a94b-3511410c2d5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139479/936ab31f-318f-4bb6-a94b-3511410c2d5d.jpg) by [Tomofumi Sato](https://www.panoramio.com/user/217643?with_photo_id=47597633) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Zao Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Zao has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Zao, 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 Zao 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 Zao Zao is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Zao, and make it a breeze to explore Zao 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 Zao 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 Zao, 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 Zao. #### Zao attractions Zao 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 Zao 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 Zao. Looking for things to do in Zao 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 Zao or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Zao attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Zao | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi](/things-to-do/catch-and-dine-a-gourmet-fishing-experience-in-miyagi.a50319661.activity-details): £17 | | Top 5 things to do | [Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi](/things-to-do/catch-and-dine-a-gourmet-fishing-experience-in-miyagi.a50319661.activity-details)[Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course](/things-to-do/sakutto-from-the-inn-hot-spring-town-short-course.a4181042.activity-details)[Yamagata: Icefall Ice Monster Snow Trekking with Local Guide](/things-to-do/yamagata-icefall-ice-monster-snow-trekking-with-local-guide.a49909676.activity-details)[Japan's original scenery! Gourmet and shopping course of Satoyama](/things-to-do/japans-original-scenery-gourmet-and-shopping-course-of-satoyama.a4211477.activity-details)[Enjoy the sake and food! “Terrorism” Akiu Course](/things-to-do/enjoy-the-sake-and-food-terrorism-akiu-course.a4189991.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi](/things-to-do/catch-and-dine-a-gourmet-fishing-experience-in-miyagi.a50319661.activity-details)[Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course](/things-to-do/sakutto-from-the-inn-hot-spring-town-short-course.a4181042.activity-details)[Japan's original scenery! Gourmet and shopping course of Satoyama](/things-to-do/japans-original-scenery-gourmet-and-shopping-course-of-satoyama.a4211477.activity-details)[Enjoy the sake and food! “Terrorism” Akiu Course](/things-to-do/enjoy-the-sake-and-food-terrorism-akiu-course.a4189991.activity-details)[Get your seal! Visit the mysterious temple tour](/things-to-do/get-your-seal-visit-the-mysterious-temple-tour.a4201731.activity-details) | | With kids | [Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi](/things-to-do/catch-and-dine-a-gourmet-fishing-experience-in-miyagi.a50319661.activity-details) | ## What to do in Zao --- ### Popular places to visit ![Snow Monsters Mountain, Zao, Japan; Shutterstock ID 474357550](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000756925/88675697-5291-4ac4-b24c-5d6cf3815d8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mt. Zao 4/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Zao during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Zao-Zao.d3000756925.Attraction) #### Togatta Onsen You can take time to visit Togatta Onsen during your travels to Zao. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Togatta-Onsen-Zao.d553248635810425605.Attraction) #### Okama Crater Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Okama Crater during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okama-Crater-Zao.d553248621532776029.Attraction) #### Sumikawa Snow Park Hit the slopes in Zao with a visit to Sumikawa Snow Park. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sumikawa-Snow-Park-Zao.d553248621532776030.Attraction) #### Zao Dairy Farm Enjoy an outing to Zao Dairy Farm during your stay in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao-Dairy-Farm-Zao.d553248621532776032.Attraction) #### Takimidai Lookout Learn about the local history of Zao when you spend time at Takimidai Lookout. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Takimidai-Lookout-Zao.d553248621532776031.Attraction) #### Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyagi-Zao-Kokeshi-Doll-Hall-Zao.d553248621532776033.Attraction) #### Mt. Katsutadake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Katsutadake during your travels in Zao. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Katsutadake-Zao.d553248621532776020.Attraction) --- 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 Zao ![Shiroishijo Castle and a statue of Ōzutsu Man'emon in Shiroishi city, Miyagi prefecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6284729/178f4547-4df0-4366-a8a6-da0fa281dc70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://no-url-for-public-domain) by [Neuropower (page does not exist)](//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Neuropower&action=edit&redlink=1) ([Public domain](https://no-url-for-public-domain)) ### Shiroishi ![Kaminoyama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342785/2f2bceba-900a-4ed6-b514-213a5b65984a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kaminoyama ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Zao worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Zao? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Zao? ### Is three days enough to stay in Zao? ### What are some activities to do in Zao with kids? > - [Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catch-and-dine-a-gourmet-fishing-experience-in-miyagi.a50319661.activity-details) ### What to do in Zao for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Zao? ![](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. 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