10 TOP Things to Do in Niigata Prefecture (2025 Activity Guide)

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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

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Private & custom tours

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Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

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Food, drink & nightlife

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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano

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What to do in Niigata Prefecture

Popular places to visit

Toki Messe

Learn about the events happening in 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 forests 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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.

Maiko

While Maiko isn't home to many top sights, Maiko Snow Resort and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.

Higashi Ward

While Higashi Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Niigata City History Museum and Niigata City Art Museum.

Muikamachi

While Muikamachi may 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.

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