Things to do in Niigata Prefecture
Activities, attractions and tours
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Most popular experiences in Niigata Prefecture
Tours & day trips
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Tokyo: Oze National Park Self-Guided Hike with Overnight Bus
Private & custom tours
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Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Food, drink & nightlife
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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano
What to do in Niigata Prefecture
Popular places to visit
Toki Messe
Learn about the events happening at Toki Messe during your trip to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Naeba Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Naeba Ski Resort. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
Madarao Kogen Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Madarao Mountain Resort with a visit to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.
Kagura Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Kagura Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.
Akakura Onsen Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Myoko with a visit to Akakura Onsen Ski Area. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Iwappara Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Iwappara Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Niigata Racecourse
Catch an event at Niigata Racecourse during your trip to Niigata. Wander the forest or discover the area's hot springs.
Yuzawa Nakazato Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Yuzawa Nakazato Ski Resort. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Minamiuonuma with a visit to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.
Areas of Niigata Prefecture
Chuo Ward
If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, Toyanogata Park and Denka Big Swan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Madarao Mountain Resort
You'll enjoy the museums and ski areas in Madarao Mountain Resort. You might want to make time for a stop at Madarao Kogen Ski Resort or Tangram Ski Circus.
Konan Ward
Though Konan Ward might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.
Maiko
While there might not be top attractions in Maiko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maiko Snow Resort and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort.
Higashi Ward
While there might not be top attractions in Higashi Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Niigata City History Museum and Niigata City Art Museum.
Muikamachi
While Muikamachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Joetsu Kokusai Playland and Joetsu International Ski Area.
