Beppu travel guide: sights and a practical walking route
A hot-spring city linking the Hells, public baths, Mt. Tsurumi, city parks, and a tower by bus—separating hot springs to view from those for bathing.
What Beppu is like
The Beppu Hells are viewing attractions, not general bathing pools. Plan public or hotel baths separately and check bathing rules and supplies.
The Hells spread across Kannawa and Kamegawa and take at least half a day. Mt. Tsurumi lies in another direction, so reduce Hells if combining both.
Stations and access
Use buses from both sides of Beppu Station. The Hells, ropeway, and waterfront use different routes, so check pass coverage.
Major places to visit
Beppu Hells
A circuit of differently colored and steaming geothermal sites. Check combined tickets, buses, and final entry.
Official information →Takegawara Onsen
A historic public bath. Check which bathing services operate and what supplies to bring.
Official information →Beppu Ropeway and Mt. Tsurumi
A ropeway to a high mountain where temperature, wind closures, and final descent matter.
Official information →Beppu Park
A large park west of the station for a break between onsen visits, with event-related access changes.
Official information →Beppu Tower
A waterfront tower overlooking the city and bay. Check pricing and final entry.
Official information →A practical route
- Morning: bus to Kannawa and visit priority Hells
- Afternoon: return to Beppu for the park or waterfront
- Evening: bathe at a public bath or accommodation
Before you go
- Do not confuse Hells with bathing facilities
- Check public-bath etiquette and supplies
- Reduce Hells if adding the ropeway
Opening hours, prices, tickets, and temporary closures can change. Check each official website before visiting.