Things to do in Matsumoto, Nagano

Do

• Alps Park

  

  Matsumoto, Nagano · 0263-34-5640

  This hilltop park northwest of central Matsumoto has Alps views, a nature museum, and a small zoo.

• Norikura Nature Conservation Center

  

  Matsumoto, Nagano · 0263-94-2307（松本市アルプスリゾート整備本部）

  Opposite the Norikura Tourism Center, it presents Norikura's nature along with folklore, history, and culture.

• Utsukushigahara Highlands

  

  Matsumoto, Nagano · 0263-34-8307

  At 2000 meters east of Matsumoto, cattle graze among flowers beneath panoramic mountain views.

• Matsumoto City Museum of Mountains and Nature

  

  Matsumoto, Nagano · 0263-38-0012

  Opened in 2007 in Alps Park, it displays climbing gear and specimens and has a free lookout.