Things to do in Shiga Prefecture
Visit Shiga Prefecture
Most popular experiences in Shiga Prefecture
Tours & day trips
See all 413 activitiesOpens in new tabPerfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Private & custom tours
See all 199 activitiesOpens in new tabTokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Classes & workshops
See all 98 activitiesOpens in new tabSkip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
Adventure & outdoor
See all 37 activitiesOpens in new tabKyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Shows & concerts
See all 13 activitiesOpens in new tabKyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack
What to do in Shiga Prefecture
Popular places to visit
Hikone Castle
Find out about the history of Hikone with a stop at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
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.
Shirahige Shrine
Find out about the history of Takashima with a stop at Shirahige Shrine. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
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 relaxing 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.
Taga Shrine
Learn about the local history of Taga when you take a trip to Taga Shrine. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
Hakodateyama Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Imazu with a visit to Hakodateyama Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
Biwako Valley
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Areas of Shiga Prefecture
Ogoto
While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.
Minamikusatsu
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Minamikusatsu and surrounding area, you can visit Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Kusatsujuku Honjin.
Katata
If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Shimo-sakamoto
If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.