Ogoto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Enryakuji Temple

Enryakuji Temple

After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
Lake Biwa Canal

Lake Biwa Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal
Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyamadera Temple

After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ishiyamadera Temple
Biwako Otsukan

Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
Mii-dera

Mii-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Mii-dera
Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Activities

Below Hira Waterfall

Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

NZ$225
per traveller
Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour
Shirahige Shrine

Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

NZ$1,685
per traveller
Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

NZ$338
per adult
Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town
Mount Hiei Private Guided Day Tour

Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)

NZ$601
per adult
Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)
Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site

Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site

NZ$196
per adult
Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site
Sacred Peak and Scenic View Hieizan Enryaku ji and Hiyoshi Shrine

Sacred Peak and Scenic View Hieizan Enryaku ji and Hiyoshi Shrine

NZ$323
per adult
Sacred Peak and Scenic View Hieizan Enryaku ji and Hiyoshi Shrine
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Our pick of the best Ogoto Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,484 reviews)
"Staff and location, everyone attentive to your every need."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$327 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$327
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,711 reviews)
"This was my favorite stay in Japan. We stayed on the 12th floor with the most picturesque view of Tokyo tower. The amenities were perfect and the location was perfect as it is located in the Kyoto station. Highly recommend. The staff was also amazing."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$339 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$339
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,284 reviews)
Wonderful
"Excellent location, lovely rooms, friendly staff. Comfy beds, reasonable sized rooms, lovely bathrooms and toiletries."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$148 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$148
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,854 reviews)
Great amenities and value
"Very nice and clean hotel with good amenities at a great price. The only downside for me was the beds were less comfortable."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,269 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful experience!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$207 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$207
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,242 reviews)
"Just a nice place if you like big hotels."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
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Other neighbourhoods around Ogoto

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Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Katata
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Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shimo-sakamoto

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