Ogoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 culturally rich area.
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
Our pick of the best Ogoto Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Spectacular hotel. Loved the tatami mats every where you walk.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great hotel overall. The Italian restaurant on site is incredible. The bakery/cafe is also really good. The rooms were very clean and modern. Had a great stay!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Room was great... bigger than usual and very clean. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Nice room, very good bathroom supplies, the usual very helpful staff. Bed was comfortable, altho I would have preferred a firmer pillow. Otherwise, an excellent stay.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Fabulous hotel in a great location. Would definitely recommend and stay there again
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ogoto
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.
