Katata
Otsu
Popular places to visit
![Enryakuji Temple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477948-Enryakuji-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478103-Ishiyamadera-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478287-Lake-Biwa-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Mii-dera](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/478000/478241-Mii-Dera.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Biwako Otsukan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477660-Shiga-Pro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477684-Shiga-Pro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Things to do
![Below Hira Waterfall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48971698/056808c9-632e-4295-bcff-b0c2a1546e89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour
![2 Hours Shared Kendo Experience In Kyoto Japan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47009378/c2e0446e-566c-4b37-90fd-500f7a04296f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
2 Hours Shared Kendo Experience In Kyoto Japan
![Shirahige Shrine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48581759/85d20804-214c-4acb-b6eb-86b49fc7c809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
![Mount Hiei Private Guided Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49247354/548ffa58-bc1f-4b6c-ac32-ff8ef7719533.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)
![Kyoto : Discover Mount Hiei, a Revered Sacred Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49196588/d6929655-a855-4ef0-b9f7-84d6310b0717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site
![Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47144582/a4a431d8-c88a-4f98-a159-a9ae4bc8dd43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Top hotels in Katata
![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/99e5883f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb,2025
![JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33390000/33382900/33382855/e919b208_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
![THE BLOSSOM KYOTO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76497900/76497805/w3000h1498x0y2-96caf856_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb,2025
![The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50940000/50931000/50930999/c15ca109_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 Feb,2025
![The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4540000/4538500/4538458/a2e1a30a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Feb,2025
![Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27027000/27026975/57fd29a2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
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.