Old Town Takayama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Takayama
Popular places to visit
Miyagawa Morning Market
Experience authentic Takayama life at this teeming morning market, where traditionally dressed farmers hawk fresh produce and local wares.
Kusakabe Folk Museum
Admire the grandiose aesthetic of this mansion, once home to a successful and wealthy merchant family.
Morning Markets
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Morning Markets during your stay in Takayama. Experience the festivals and museums in this culturally rich area.
Takayama Showa Kan
You can study the exhibits at Takayama Showa Kan, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Takayama. Find some time to visit the temples or monuments in this quaint area.
Yoshijima House
Learn about the local history of Takayama with a stop at Yoshijima House. Discover the museums and temples in this quaint area.
Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
You can learn about the history of Takayama when you stop by Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Activities
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Our pick of the best Old Town Takayama Hotel Deals
Hotel Wood Takayama
A nice hotel, very conveniently located, but very busy when we stayed and not as “mindful” as it markets itself. Room was large, but futon beds were rock solid and uncomfortable (even for someone who is happy sleeping directly on tatami). The breakfast was very generous, tasty and beautifully presented, ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Wat Hotel& Spa Hida Takayama
Amazing place
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Residence Hotel Takayama Station
Room we paid for 3 people was hugh. 4 people could stayed - 2 super single beds and 1 queen bed. A well stocked kitchen with plenty of utensils. An induction cooker which we did not use. Fridge stock with some drinks like a can of coke, saki and beer. Part of the package per day. Washing machine ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Associa Takayama Resort
Great views, convenient shuttle and not far from the centre by taxi if you miss the shuttle. Friendly staff. Old fashioned but clean and charming. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
TOKYU STAY Hida-Takayama Musubi no Yu
Excellent horel
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
hotel around TAKAYAMA, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Loved it! Great location, new, nice rooms, super clean, great staff! Will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Takayama
Atagomachi
When in Atagomachi, you can plan a visit to Sakurayama-Jinja and Takayama Yatai Kaikan, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hida Takayama Onsen
Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.
Fuyutō
While Fuyutō isn't home to many top sights, Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall and Takayama Yatai Kaikan are some notable places to visit nearby.
