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Matsuyama Castle
One of Japan's 12 original castle keeps, with sweeping views over the city and the Seto Inland Sea.
Typical duration
120 min
Price
Keep ¥520; ropeway or chairlift ¥520 return (≈ €3.1 / $3.3)
From port
6.5 km / 4 mi
Transfer time
30 min
Indoor / Outdoor
mixed
Queue risk
medium
👨👩👧 Family friendly⚡ Good for short stops
🕐 Best time to visit
Daily 9am–5pm (last entry 4:30pm); early April for cherry blossom
Getting there from the port
Shuttle or taxi to Okaido, then the ropeway or chairlift up Katsuyama hill
Best transport: taxi Cost: Taxi ¥2,500–3,500; train + walk about ¥400