Katata Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Activities

2 Hours Shared Kendo Experience In Kyoto Japan

Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Katata
Shimo-sakamoto
If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kawaramachi Street
- Nishiki Market
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Kyoto Tower
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto University
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Heian Shrine
- Yasaka Shrine
- Pontocho Alley
- Shijo Street
- Gion Corner
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Kyoto Station Building
- Mount Hiei
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- To-ji Temple
- Arashiyama Onsen
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Kyoto Railway Museum