Things to do in Matsue
Japan·19 bookable experiences
Matsue sits in Shimane Prefecture, Japan, and there are 19 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.
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Tour around Matsue Horikawa
[One-day boarding pass] Purchase date is free during business hours and you can get on and off at any of the three piers. You can see seasonal trees and flowers on the route. Wild birds and fish, insects and boatmen Not…
Matsue & Izumo Taisha in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Eastern Shimane! Shimane Prefecture sits on the southwestern portion of Japan's main…
Matsue Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Eastern Shimane! Shimane Prefecture sits on the southwestern portion of Japan's main…
Private Romantic Walking Tour In Matsue
Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only. An exclusive private tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city.…
Private Kimono Elegant Experience in the Castle Town of Matsue
Matsue is a castle town that is great for wearing kimonos, and wearing a kimono as you tour the area is one of the best ways to experience the traditional atmosphere of Matsue. Please take a lot of memorable pictures in…
Private Night Walk in Matsue Legends and Ghost Stories
Matsue is a peaceful waterfront castle town where lakes, rivers, and bridges create a gentle, dreamlike landscape. Once the sun sets, the streets grow calm, lanterns glow softly on the water, and the town’s long-told…
The Discover Matsue’s Old Town Walking Tour
Explore the timeless charm of Matsue Castle Town on a scenic moat cruise. Glide along tranquil waterways to the National Treasure Matsue Castle, step inside its historic keep, then wander through atmospheric streets…
Matsue Castle Guided Tour - With a Local Guide and an Audioguide
Explore Matsue castle with a local guide and discover its 400-year history, unique architecture, and hidden stories, including the little-known origins of the castle. Climb to the top floor and take in a 360-degree…
Explore Matsue with the Discover Another Japan Pass
Matsue, a city rich in history and culture, awaits your exploration with the Discover Another Japan Pass (DAJP). This tour provides a 1-day pass that unlocks access to around 120 facilities in the San'in region. With a…
Izumo Traditional Cuisine Izumo Soba Making Experience
Meeting Time: 10:50 Start Time: 11:00 Duration: 90 minutes Enjoy a hands-on soba noodle making experience. After a brief explanation, you will make soba noodles from scratch, then enjoy your freshly made noodles and…
Take a boat out to enjoy some activities at a campsite on an uninhabited island
The Yata Ferry area has 1300 years of history, and from here, you can take the only remaining ferry boat out to Kitsunemorijima, an uninhabited island that has a campground on it. Although it is relatively close to the…
Urban Goen Travel Multiple Plans to Enjoy Matsue
"Urban Connection Travel" is located inside Matsue New Urban Hotel and plans and organizes events and tours where you can experience the charm of the Shimane and Izumo regions. The area, where the myths and legends of…
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and Shimane 2 Days Private Tour
- Explore Shimane with a private car with a comfortable air conditioned. - Places that are hard to reach by public transport are now easily accessible by private car. - You can also visit the sights that are not…
Ninja Costume Rental
Horikawa Komachi is a kimono rental shop in Matsue. It has a welcoming, at-home atmosphere. With a wide selection of colors and designs, you can choose the kimono or ninja costume that suits you the best. The friendly…
Wagashi Making Experience in Matsue
Join a hands-on wagashi (Japanese sweets) making experience guided by a professional instructor. Learn the basics, craft beautiful seasonal sweets, and enjoy the process step by step. A fun and interactive 60-minute…
The Best of Matsue Private Walking Tour
Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only. Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Why does Matsue attract visitors around the world all year round?…
Lafcadio Hearn Following Footsteps with Local and Audio Guide
Step into his world, married into a samurai family and transformed Japan’s ghost stories into literature to the world. Explore his former residence and the places he cherished, from samurai districts to Gessho-ji Temple…
Tea Ceremony and Matsue Castle With Local and Audio Guide
Schedule: 14:00 Meeting at the lobby of Matsue New Urban Hotel 14:15 Matsue Castle — Otemon Gate 14:30 Matsue Castle Keep 15:30 Meimei-an Teahouse for tea ceremony & garden viewing 16:30 Dispersal at the site or Matsue…
Indigo Dyeing and Matsue Castle With Local and Audio Guide
After a guided tour of Matsue Castle — one of only twelve surviving original castle keeps in Japan — guests visit the studio of a certified traditional indigo dye artisan along the moat canal for a hands-on natural…
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