Gifu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Gifu

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Kagashima

Kagashima might not have many top sights, but Gifu City Science Museum and Museum of Fine Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kagashima
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Akutami

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Akutami and surrounding area, you can visit Nagaragawa Onsen and Gifu Castle.

Akutami
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Tsukasamachi

While Tsukasamachi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gifu City Museum of History and Mt. Kinka Ropeway.

Tsukasamachi
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Honjocho

While there might not be top attractions in Honjocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gifu City Science Museum and Museum of Fine Arts.

Honjocho
Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa

Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa

4 out of 5
2695-2 Nagara Fukumitsu, Gifu, Gifu-ken
The price is NZ$170 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$170
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Gifu. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (803 reviews)
"I stayed here in July and absolutely loved this hotel! The views from the rooms were beyond beautiful! It overlooks the mountains and river. The spa amenities were quite impressive. The pool, hot-tub, ice cold tubs were all impeccably clean. The temperature was perfect on all three. The beautiful ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa
DEL style NAGOYA-NAYABASHI by Daiwa Roynet Hotel

DEL style NAGOYA-NAYABASHI by Daiwa Roynet Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1-2-27 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was just good but more western options than Japanese. Right next to a huge Mega Don Quixote’s with a big grocery section and small food court."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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DEL style NAGOYA-NAYABASHI by Daiwa Roynet Hotel
Nagoya Tokyu Hotel

Nagoya Tokyu Hotel

4.5 out of 5
4-6-8 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi-ken
The price is NZ$182 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$182
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,799 reviews)
"This hotel is elegant and classy. Friendly staff and convenient location. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Nagoya Tokyu Hotel
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Antiques Gifu Station East

Antiques Gifu Station East

2 out of 5
94 Kanoshinmachi, Gifu, Gifu
Stay at this vacation home in Gifu. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Gold Statue of Nobunaga Oda and Bairin Park are located nearby.
Antiques Gifu Station East
Nonsmoking Suite room No meals No meals A / Gifu Gifu

Nonsmoking Suite room No meals No meals A / Gifu Gifu

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Stay at this vacation home in Gifu. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bairin Park and Gold Statue of Nobunaga Oda are located ...
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Reopening in May Private villa for up to 10 peopl / Gifu Gifu

Reopening in May Private villa for up to 10 peopl / Gifu Gifu

Gifu
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Popular places to visit

Nagaragawa Onsen

You can take time to visit Nagaragawa Onsen during your travels to Gifu. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

Nagaragawa Onsen

Gifu Castle

Learn about the local history of Gifu when you take a trip to Gifu Castle. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its monuments.

Gifu Castle

Nagaragawa Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Nagaragawa Convention Centre during your trip to Gifu. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.

Nagaragawa Convention Centre

Gifu City Tower 43

Gifu City Tower 43 is just one of the places to see in Gifu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

Gifu City Tower 43

Gifu City Science Museum

You can study the exhibits at Gifu City Science Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Gifu. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Gifu City Science Museum

Mt. Kinka Ropeway

Learn about the local history of Gifu with a stop at Mt. Kinka Ropeway. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Mt. Kinka Ropeway

Activities

Create Your Own Pocket Knife in Miracle Kitchen Knife Factory

Create Your Own Pocket Knife in Miracle Kitchen Knife Factory

NZ$281
per adult
Create Your Own Pocket Knife in Miracle Kitchen Knife Factory
1 Day Samurai Swords and Japan Oldest Castle Tour from Nagoya

From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Japan Oldest Castle

NZ$316
per adult
From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Japan Oldest Castle
Yoro Falls and Mt. Gozaisho Scenic Ropeway from Nagoya

Yoro Falls and Mt. Gozaisho Scenic Ropeway from Nagoya

NZ$404
per adult
Yoro Falls and Mt. Gozaisho Scenic Ropeway from Nagoya
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Cities near Gifu

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Ogaki

Nagoya

Nagoya

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Seki

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Kasamatsu

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