Oita places to visit – Oita tourism might not be that aggressive to foreign people, but there’s actually more to find in the Oita map than you can imagine. I’m sure there’d be a next time for us to explore more of Oita tourist attractions, but for now, let’s dive into what it offers so we have an idea what to expect in the future!
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What to do in Oita City?
If you’re looking for Oita City things to do, then you should check out below, because there’s so much to do while you’re there. You could actually stay in Oita City or even in Beppu, so you can visit more Oita tourist spots without traveling far.
Make sure to check out Oita places to stay (below) if you’re planning to visit the area and want to maximize your visit! But first, let’s know some tour packages so you don’t get overwhelmed about the place.
Oita tour packages
Finding tourist attractions in Oita City in Japan is not the easiest, especially since not many people go there. I understand the pain of trying to check for places one by one, so, I’m here giving you a list of Oita places to go.
I’ll first share Oita tours that score you great deals, followed by other Oita tourist attractions, so you can have the best of both worlds. Let’s go!
Day Tour at Yufuin, Kyushu, and Beppu
We wanted to visit Kyushu Wildlife Park African Safari, Yufuin, and Beppu. So, this tour that includes all of them is a must if you want to visit these 3 places within a day!
Check my full review here.
Natural Zoo and Hell Day Tour
Kyushu African Safari + Yufuin + Umi Jigoku = exciting! But to add to that, this tour also includes visitng Mount Yufudake, where you can climb up the trail up to the mountain for that volcano panoramic view!
Learn more here.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Kinrin Lake Day Tour
Looking for a tour between Fukuoka and Oita? Search no more!
This tour includes a visit to Dazaifu Tenmange Shrine, Nyoirinji Frog Temple, Yufuin Floral Village, Kinrin Lake, and Yufuin Sansuikan. You’ll be going around Fukuoka in the morning, and then move to Oita Prefecture after lunch.
Check availability here.
Oita Private Car
If you have more plans in your Oita itinerary, but don’t want the hassle of checking trains very often, you can book a private car instead! The Chinese driver will bring you to places as long as it’s within the 10-hour time limit from 7 AM to 10 PM.
Overtime fees apply, and additional fees apply after 8 PM. Learn more here.
More things to do in Oita
If you already know the best Oita hot springs to visit but still want more places to go to, then below are some more Oita tourist places you should check out when planning a trip there.
Umitamago Aquarium
Just 10 minutes away from Beppu station, you can find an aquarium that looks more like an art gallery, called Umitamago Aquarium. Just one bus ride worth 280 JPY (108.28 PHP or 1.89 USD), you can already enjoy a great day!
Don’t miss Takasakiyama Monkey Park, because they’re just beside one another! You can get tickets for both attractions at a discounted price too!
Ride the bus AS60 or AS61 you’ll find in Beppu station and Beppu Kitahama, and get off at Takasakiyama. Alternatively, you can also ride bus numbers AS70 and AS71 found at Beppu Kitahama then get off at the same bus stop.
Umitamago Aquarium Oita opening hours: 8 AM to 6 PM
Address: 3078番地の22 Kanzaki, Oita, 870-0802, Japan
Learn more here.
Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden
Have you ever visited a place where monkeys roam around freely?
Because if you haven’t and want to experience it, then you should add Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden to your Oita or Fukuoka itinerary! You’ll find around 1,000 monkeys walking around freely in the area.
Best to watch the monkeys during feeding time and during play! There’s also a small indoor kids play area and a mini museum about the monkeys.
Takasakiyama Natural Zoological opening hours: 9 AM to 5 PM
Address: 3098-1 Kanzaki, Oita, 870-0802, Japan
Sanrio Harmonyland
I’m a Sanrio fan, so when I learned there’s a theme park dedicated to Sanrio characters, I couldn’t not visit it! Of course, my son also enjoyed the place because there were many kiddie rides and attractions inside. But, apart from that, the cute Sanrio characters are really to die for.
Check my review of the Sanrio Harmonyland in parts 1 and 2.
Sano Botanical Garden
Enjoy full blooming flowers and other plants as your child enjoys sliding in the playground and glass sliding hill. I’m sure your kids will enjoy the 60-meter-long slide, which can’t be found just anywhere!
But you know what’s the best part here in Sano Botanical Garden?
All of these are totally FREE!!!
Sano Botanical Garden opening hours: 9 AM to 5 PM
Address: 3452-2 Sano, Oita, 870-0315, Japan
Kijima Kogen Park
Thrilling long rides without having to queue is one of the best things Oita has to offer.
Kijima Kogen Park is an underrated theme park found in Oita City and is where you’ll find Japan’s first wooden roller coaster. But what we loved about the place was that you can literally ride until you drop because there’s technically few to almost none visitors in each attraction.
Learn more about my Kijima Kogen Park review here.
Oita Art Museum
Not everyone appreciates art, but for those that do, there’s a place for you in Oita!
Walk out of the North Exit from Oita station, and then walk for about 25 minutes and you’ll reach Oita Art Museum. Find sculptures and paintings of modern Japanese artists not only indoors, but also outdoors where nature meets art.
Oita Art Museum opening hours: 10 AM to 6 PM
Address: 865 Ueno Oaza, Oita-shi, Oita-ken
Tanoura Beach
From Oita station, just drive 10 minutes and you’ll get to the man-made beach called Tanoura Beach. Located in Hamada, Chugoku, this artificial beach offers enchanting sunset views and a relaxing getaway from the busy city.
Tanoura Beach opening hours: 9 AM to 11:30 PM
Address: 4253 Kanzaki, Oita, 870-0100, Japan
Oita City hotels (budgeted places to stay when in Oita)
Getting to Oita City from Fukuoka is 2 hours, so you save time if you stay in Oita.
We love scoring great hotels at an affordable price. I mean, who doesn’t, right? Below are some of the best hotels you can book at a nice price. But don’t forget to use the Klook code HAPPIKLOOK before you checkout to get more discounts!
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Oita
Only about 200 meters from Oita station, JR Kyushu Hotel Blossom Oita can be reached by foot in 3 minutes. How nice is that? It’s just like walking from one corner to another and you’ve already reached your hotel!
But you know what’s even better?
Is that the price isn’t that scary! Check availability here.
Dormy Inn Oita Hot Springs
Not that far from Oita station is Dormy Inn Oita Hot Springs. Just 300 meters from the train station and you’ll be resting in your hotel room in no time! You can take a dip in the indoor and outdoor onsens, so all you’re all refreshed the next day!
But that’s not all!
There are even free ice cream, ramen, and drinks after taking that hot bath! Is this cool or not?
Learn more here.
Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower
If you want a little bit of workout before taking a rest, then Hotel Nikko Oita Oasis Tower is your best bet! Only about 800 meters from Oita station, this hotel offers spacious rooms with a great scenic view.
Know more about the hotel here.
Nishitetsu Resort Inn Beppu
To be able to go to different Oita City places with ease, we decided to stay at a Beppu hotel. Because traveling to Fukuoka from Oita places might be a bit exhausting and would take a lot of time, it’s best to stay at a nearer place.
Finding an affordable Oita hotel wasn’t that easy even though they weren’t that crowded. Thankfully, we secured a great place at Beppu that offers free onsen inside. You might want to consider checking Nishitetsu Resort Inn Beppu should you decide to stay at Beppu.
More about my review here.
Oita places to visit conclusion
The Oita tourist spots I mentioned above are better enjoyed when you’re traveling with kids. Of course, adults like us would definitely enjoy them too because they’re very easy to appreciate – especially if you’re like us who try to avoid the crowd.
So, I hope you enjoyed this Oita travel tips I shared with you. If there’s something you want to know, let me know in the comments, and hopefully, we could add it to our next Japan adventure for more reviews! See yah!
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