Location: Beppu
Top Things to do in Beppu
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Beppu That You Shouldn't Miss
Beppu (別府市, Beppu-shi) is a city in Ōita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan, at the west end of Beppu Bay. As of March 31, 2017, the city had a population of 122,643 and a population density of 980/km (2,500/sq mi). The total area is 125.13 km (48.31 sq mi). Beppu is famous for its hot springs.
Restaurants in Beppu
1. WANDER COMPASS BEPPU
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
WANDER COMPASS BEPPU is an unconventional tourist information center in Beppu. We provide wide range of services for those traveling in Japan. Services provided include itinerary support, lounge with wifi, guides and many more. There is also “Tomodachi Guides” or “Friend Guides” who could assist you in creating the perfect plan from scratch and guide you around. Don’t have any plan yet? Please feel free to stop by anytime during your Beppu Trip :)
Reviewed By ElsaC700
I came to Beppu with a friend for a one day trip and visited Wander compass. As I had already been here for the famous Jigoku, Onsen and steamed food (that i recommend), we decided to rent the shop bicycles and opted for a ride along the beach, after visiting the local park to see the Plum trees and bamboo. We finished the day with a more local experience in the oldest onsen for Ashiyu and Sand bath! (Try the mud or sand bath while in town). We had a great time spending the day with the staff member (Chika). They will guide you through all the common and less common spots and activities in town depending on what you’re looking for! The shop is located at the station so i recommend you to pay a visit if you are in town :)
2. Shidakako Lake
3. Kannawa Onsen
4. Beppu Ropeway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
The largest ropeway in Kyushu with a maximun riding capacity of 101 passengers ! I will guide you through the 10 minute journey to Tsurumi Sanjo Station situated at 1,300 maters above sea level. Standing 1,375m high, Mt.Tsurumi is located at the east edge of Aso-Kuju National Park. Mt.Tsurumi is an active volcano with fumarole activity still occurring in the backside, and is the source of Beppu Hot Spring. The top of Mt.Tsurumi offers a beautiful view of the Beppu Area, Mt. Yufu, the Kuju Moutains, and the Shikoku Regions.
Reviewed By maypatcha - Howick, New Zealand
We went up there with our baby in a carrier. It was 0 degree Celsius so it was slightly cold. However, we walked up to the top of the mountain so it was not hot at all. It’s worth our time.
5. Kannawa Steam Bath
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By JoanaS388 - Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
This was an extraordinary experience in itself! This is was a steam room like no other! It is really really hot so not for the faint hearted! The lady at the Onsen although could not speak well English we were able to understand each other. Man one side (left) women on the other side (right). Once in, it is the same rules as in a Japanese public bath, you wash yourself and then get dressed in a yukata (sort of casual home kimono) and then a lovely lady guides you to the steam room (picture attached) Wow! It is hot and very narrow, so you enter almost on your knees and lie down on a bed of grassy straw for 8 min. The lady has a timer so she will let you know when to get out but you can also leave earlier if you need to. But wow, when you are in it is a great feeling of calm and relaxation. This is a really local and very Japanese onsen. LOVED IT!
6. Hells of Beppu
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,653 reviews
These eight boiling pools resulting from volcanic activity have varying characteristics: one is blood-red in color due to its red clay deposits, another has the largest geyser in Japan, and still another is used for breeding crocodiles.
Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan
If you are a first time visitor, you have to start your Beppu tour with the Hells of Beppu. There are seven in total, the first five are all within walking distance and the next two are 3km away which is still walking distance. Each attraction is 400 Yen, or you can get a little booklet for 2000 Yen that includes all Hells of Beppu. All of them are pretty interesting and different. I wasn't a fan of the crocodile exhibit just based on how they were kept, but all the other attractions were beautiful. There is plenty of parking at each attraction and all the walking paths are set up nicely. It is a bit touristy when compared to other natural phenomena attractions but it is well worth seeing.
7. Takegawara Onsen
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 473 reviews
Reviewed By playeemobil - Hong Kong, China
Visited here twice and it’s so enjoyable. A very transitional sand bath set in an very old Japanese style building. Can imagine that is very grand back in 30s. One point to raise out , the staff please remind the customers to close the door of the sand bath bathroom after they are leaving. People are naked inside the dressing room and if they left the door open, ppl can see thorough everything inside the bath house when they wandering or looking around !
8. Horita Onsen
9. Beppu Park
10. Beppu Station Tourist Information Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 332 reviews
Reviewed By nalinthips - Bangkok, Thailand
The staff is very helpful, she explained and help us plan for the day trip in beppu, also give recommendation for day pass and JR ticket. With good map, and bus timtable, you can enjoy beppu. Don't forget to contact the tourist information center before you're travel around beppu.
