Gifu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese castle with cherry blossoms in bloom, reflecting in a calm body of water, under a night sky.
A calm lake surrounded by dense forest and distant mountains.
A street leading to a mountain with traditional buildings and a clock tower.
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A panoramic view of a city with a river running through it, surrounded by mountains.
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A modern building with a unique sculpture in front.
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Where to stay in Gifu

Find the best Gifu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A construction site with a large building and mountains in the background.
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Tsukasamachi

While Tsukasamachi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mt. Kinka Ropeway and Gifu City Museum of History.

Akutami

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Akutami and surrounding area, you can visit Nagaragawa Onsen and Gifu Castle.

A village with traditional houses by a river, surrounded by mountains.

Honjocho

While there might not be top attractions in Honjocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gifu City Science Museum and Museum of Fine Arts.

A stone lantern on a stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery.

Kagashima

Kagashima might not have many top sights, but Gifu City Science Museum and Museum of Fine Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa

Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa

4 out of 5
2695-2 Nagara Fukumitsu Gifu Gifu-ken
The price is 2.378.588 ₫ per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
2.378.588 ₫
2.713.924 ₫ total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Gifu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (989 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful, and the staff was incredibly helpful"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa
Hotel Resol Gifu

Hotel Resol Gifu

3.5 out of 5
5-8 Nagazumi Gifu Gifu-ken
The price is 875.262 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
875.262 ₫
1.123.627 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Gifu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (910 reviews)
"otel's location is excellent, being just a few minutes' walk from JR Gifu Station, making it very convenient for exploring both Gifu and nearby cities. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed for my stay. Although the rooms are compact, they are well designed and offer great ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hotel Resol Gifu
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Gifu

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Gifu

3.5 out of 5
8-5, Kanda-machi Gifu Gifu-ken
The price is 1.542.876 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
1.542.876 ₫
1.761.842 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Gifu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Located around a 10 minute walk from the JR station. The check in/out process was easy. The room was well maintained. Convenience stores are nearby and some decent dining options nearby. Cons is the washer and dryer is not the best. Took forever to dry the clothes...maybe like 1.5 hours to 2 hours ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Gifu
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Antiques Gifu Station East

Antiques Gifu Station East

2 out of 5
94 Kanoshinmachi Gifu Gifu
Stay at this holiday home in Gifu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Gold Statue of Nobunaga Oda and Bairin Park are located nearby.
6/10 (1 review)
"お部屋はとても綺麗でした。 ただ、宿泊人数よりタオルが2セット少なくて少し困りました。"

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Antiques Gifu Station East
GOLD STAY NAGOYA OSU

GOLD STAY NAGOYA OSU

4.5 out of 5
1-chome-4-35 Tachibana Naka Ward Nagoya Aichi
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Osu Shopping District and Nagoya ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"Love love love this place! My mum and I stayed for 5 nights and wished we can stay another week. The room is very comfortable and clean. Spacious for Japanese standards. The in-room washing machine is great and so convenient . The staff were very friendly and helpful. Helped to organise my luggage ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

GOLD STAY NAGOYA OSU
GOLDSTAY SAKAE

GOLDSTAY SAKAE

4.5 out of 5
4-chome-9-22 Sakae Naka-ku Nagoya Aichi
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nagoya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Osu Shopping District and Nagoya ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff, the room was clean and comfortable, and they provided great amenities. The area the property is located in is a bit dirty and sketchy after dark; the family did not feel safe walking to the property at night with men openly promoting adult entertainment on the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

GOLDSTAY SAKAE
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Stay near popular Gifu attractions

Nagaragawa Onsen

8.4/10 (50 reviews)
You can take time to visit Nagaragawa Onsen during your travels to Gifu. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
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A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, white walls, and a stone base.

Ogaki

A large, multi-story, dilapidated building with visible structural damage and broken windows.

Hashima

A traditional Japanese torii gate with red pillars and white banners with Japanese characters.

Seki

A road lined with cherry blossom trees.
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Kasamatsu

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