Ogoto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Enryakuji Temple

Enryakuji Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you take a trip to Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples 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

Find out about the history of Otsu when you spend time at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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 culturally rich area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Activities

Shirahige Shrine

Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

NZ$1,604
per traveller
Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Below Hira Waterfall

Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

NZ$219
per traveller
Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour
Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

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

NZ$551
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$586
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$209
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$316
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

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$161 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$161
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,107 reviews)
"Staff was great and extremely helpful."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
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! (3,340 reviews)
"It is an amazing option. The staff is really helpful and friendly. The amenities are really good. Food is excellent. A lot of welcome gifts. Truly an amazing option! Very good value for your money."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 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$231 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$231
1 Sept - 2 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! (1,613 reviews)
Excellent location.
"Hotel being inide the station is amazing. Would definitely recommend nd would stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$97 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$97
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,758 reviews)
"Everything was great about the Via Inn Prime but the pillows. The location couldn’t be better, the rooms are clean, the staff is friendly, but some unknown reason the have literal bricks for pillows. I wish I was exaggerating when I say they are THE hardest pillow I have ever felt. I even asked for ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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! (2,176 reviews)
"The hotel itself is beautiful and staff is excellent would stay there again!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$125 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$125
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (1,782 reviews)
"This was such a nice hotel. Very clean, beds were comfortable and the location was great. The Asian spa was a nice extra and the rooftop was lovely. Would definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
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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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