Best of Niigata
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Port
Niigata, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$189
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 7 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Head up to the 31st-floor observatory of Niigata's Bandaijima Building. Rising 554 feet overlooking the Shinanogawa River, this international convention center is one of the tallest buildings on the Sea of Japan. It offers phenomenal views of Niigata and its surroundings.
Next, visit the Niigata City History Museum. Located on the bank of the Shinano River, the museum boasts an exhibition hall, an activity space, and a Customs House built in 1869. A waterway designed as a moat around a grassy plaza creates a peaceful landscape and a calming oasis.
After lunch, learn the history of sake, rice, fresh seafood, and local products in the Pavilion.
The North Culture Museum was once the home of wealthy landowner Ito Bunkichi. His villa is famed for its magnificent style and a beautiful Japanese garden. Built between 1882 and 1889, the traditional Japanese-style home has 65 rooms, including a tearoom, kitchen, and rice warehouse. Today, the museum houses calligraphy and ceramics, lacquerware and documents related to the Bunkichi family's history.
Notes:
Wear sturdy non-skid walking shoes. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, inclines, gravel, grass, and many steps. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Tour sequence may vary. Weather and atmospheric conditions vary; no guarantee is offered with regard to visibility or views on any particular day. Unfamiliar accents can be challenging; feel free to ask your guide to repeat or elaborate on information. Bring local currency, as most vendors do not accept US dollars or credit cards. You must remove your shoes at one or more location(s).