We visited Alter Fuchs, a casual traditional Austrian restaurant with a great atmosphere and the best food in Salzburg. We definitely recommend a visit if you are looking for what to eat in Salzburg.
During our Central Europe trip, we were looking to have a traditional style dinner whilst we are staying in Salzburg. There are loads of options for where to eat in Salzburg and we wanted to find a friendly local restaurant that serves good food, so we decided to choose Alter Fuchs. The hospitality so far has been brilliant where ever we have been.
Alter Fuchs is located near the old town so we choose to get there by foot from our hotel, ACHAT Plaza Zum Hirschen after we completed our Salzburg itinerary.
Alter Fuchs Salzburg
We arrived in Alter Fuchs Salzburg and tried to get a table for four people at early evening. But the place was fully booked but luckily we offered to sit with a big table nearby entrance with random people. But no worries, everyone is very friendly.
How To Get To Gasthof Alter Fuchs:
Approximately 15 minutes walk from Salzburg Station or 10 minutes walk from Mirabell Palace.
Alter Fuchs is a lovely quaint Austrian style restaurant with a very nice interior. A pleasant lady served us. We got the German/English menu and is loaded with a great choice of traditional dishes, a large range of beer, and good wines.
Pretzels with Potato Soup
The lady servant brought some warm salted pretzels while waiting for our order. The salty bread isn’t something I thought I would enjoy but I did. It was very nice and always hot with great taste. However, take note that pretzels are not complimentary and served as cover in Salzburg.
We first had served with soup. The potato and vegetable soup was chunky and delicious. Something great to warm up our body after a tiring trip.
What We Order in Alter Fuchs
Our main course was a carnivore delight and the portions were huge. They were all outstanding, very flavorful and well presented. To give you an idea of the sort of food available. We sampled the Fuchs-Gordon-Bleu, Sausage Variation, and also the Alter Fuchs specialties
Cordon Bleu
My friend chooses to take a cordon bleu with some salad as the main course. It is one of the Austrian specialties and very enjoyable. The pork filled with goats cheese, tomato, and spinach with the surface was breaded and done in pumpkin seed crumbs. It also came with potato salad and cranberry sauce. It was fantastic!
Sausage Variation
Next, we had the great-looking Sausage Variation. It was a large tasty dish with three varieties of sausage over a bed of sauerkraut. The medley of sausages taste excellent!
Alter Fuchs Specialty
Lastly, I got the Alter Fuchs specialties which is something new on the menu. I didn’t remember the name but it was the best choice among all the orders. The proteins and vegetables were well cooked and served with mushroom gravy. It was one of the tastiest dishes I’ve had and reasonably priced too.
Apple Strudel
In Austria, you have to have local Apple Strudel and it was equally delicious in Alter Fuchs. The apple strudel was freshly made, crispy outside and melty caramelized apple inside, sided with vanilla ice-cream and a big puff of whipped cream. Light and balanced, probably one of the best we had in Austria.
Overview: Best Food in Salzburg
All in all, Alter Fuchs Salzburg is highly recommended. It is the traditional Austrian food and all at reasonable prices. All the food portions served in Alter Fuchs are good sizes. The massive meat dish defeated us with their generous portion sizes.
The food is delicious and the staff are friendly too. The atmosphere was lively and casual with a cozy, rustic feel. For us, it was a wonderful introduction to Austrian food and culture.
We went on a weekday and it was fairly full with local people. So get there a little earlier or book for a table to avoid disappointment. It was not a must-eat food in Salzburg. But definitely one of the great restaurants serve the best food in Salzburg. High recommended for an inexpensive and reliable night out. Well worth a visit.
Last but not least, this Salzburg food blog is part of the travel stories in our Salzburg trip. If you are interested, feel free to continue to read on our Salzburg itinerary for what to do, the best food to eat and where to stay in Salzburg.
Done planning on your Salzburg trip? Here is some idea for an itinerary that covers the Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, and other interesting cities between in Central Europe.
A guide to Salzburg’s best hotels and accommodations to help you decide on where to stay in Salzburg; from the budget, mid-range to luxury hotels. Choose the ones that suit your pockets.
Salzburg is an attractive city and worth spending at least one or two nights’ stay. From its medieval castle to its historical building, Salzburg is a great place for a holiday gateway. Whether you’re in the mood for a Sound of Music tour, a relaxing laidback holiday, or a romantic luxury stay, we’ve got the best Salzburg for you.
Besides, Salzburg is a great base if you are planning for traveling to nearby attractions on a day trip. There are plenty of accommodation options in Salzburg. We will help to explain the best places to stay in Salzburg that we recommended based on your preference and budget.
This quick and easy guide will help finding the perfect place to stay in Salzburg.
Pro Tips: If you’re planning a trip to Salzburg, then be sure to check out our detailed Salzburg itinerary with detailed guide. It’ll have all the information you need – like which area to stay, what to do, how to get around, etc. – to help you plan your trip.
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Old Town, Altstadt
Altstadt, or Old Town, is generally the best place to stay in Salzburg, especially for first-time visitors. Most of the major attractions are located in the old town, making it easy to access even on foot. If you’ve come to Salzburg to explore Mozart’s history, you’ll be spending a lot of time in Altstadt.
IMPLAUER HOTEL PITTER
For the best view in Salzburg city, consider staying in IMLAUER HOTEL PITTER Salzburg. First opened in 1864, IMPLAUER HOTEL PITTER is a family-run, 4-star superior hotel located in the central town and offers a panoramic view over the city. It is situated within 2 minutes walking distance to Mirabell Garden and 7-minutes to the main train station. Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and well equipped. One of the popular picks for the best stay in Salzburg.
Hotel am Mirabellplatz
The Hotel am Mirabellplatz is a boutique hotel located directly opposite the Mirabell Palace. The location is excellent with only a short walk from the Old Town. Besides, Hotel am Mirabellplatz is a gorgeous historical building that served as the residence of Archbishop Paris Lodron. The modern designed rooms are equipped and comfortable in every respect. One of the best stays in Salzburg.
Star Inn Hotel Salzburg Zentrum
Alternatively, vote for Star Inn Hotel Salzburg Zentrum with an unbeatable location right in the heart of the old town 300 meters away from the famous Getreidegasse. The hotel is easily reachable by car or bus from the main train station. Besides, garage parking is available at an additional cost.
Nearby Salzburg Station
If you opted to stay in Salzburg as your home base to visit places nearby, we highly recommended choosing your accommodation close to the train and bus station which greatly helps for moving around.
H+ Hotel Salzburg
H+ Hotel Salzburg is the best hotel to stay in nearby the station. The hotel sits in a fantastic location directly opposite the main train station. Rooms are modern designed, equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a seating area, automatic heating, and a cooling system. We recommended this hotel for couples, a group of adult travelers, and families who look for a convenient stay.
Room for ACHAT Plaza Zum Hirschen
ACHAT Plaza Zum Hirschen is a traditional 4-star hotel and conveniently located less than an 8-minute walk to Salzburg Train Station. It is a comfortable hotel feature with spacious rooms and a comfy bed. Besides, the bathroom and toilet are separate. The good location, spacious and clean room, and helpful staff make it one of the best stays if you are looking for where to stay in Salzburg.
arte Hotel Salzburg
The arte Hotel Salzburg is one of the best places to stay if you are looking for where to stay in Salzburg. It is located right next to the train station and within walking distance of the city. From the hotel, you can reach the Mirabell Palace and another side of downtown within 15 minutes on foot and the other side of the old town. One of the top picks for where to stay in Salzburg.
Best Stay For Luxury Gateway
Hotel Bristol Salzburg
Situated in the heart of Salzburg, Hotel Bristol Salzburg is a five-star hotel located just a few steps away from Mirabell Palace and the Festival Houses. The amazing hotel is a family-run historical hotel with an award-winning restaurant. It offers a luxury stay in Salzburg with comfortable elegant rooms that overlook the city. It also has a full selection of services on-site including concierge service and valet parking. Besides, Hotel Bristol is located in a strategic location with Getreidegasse shopping street and many other attractions can be easily reached on foot.
Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
The Hotel Schloss Mönchstein is the best place to stay for a luxury and romantic gateway. This is the most romantic hotel in Salzburg with a castle-like mansion located on top of Monchstein with incredible views overlooking Salzburg. Comfortable room with elegant decorated antiques, friendly attentive staff, and fantastic atmosphere. The only bad thing is you will love to spend all your time in the hotel and don’t want to leave.
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt is a 5-star hotel in a historic building dating from 1377. It is located right in the Old Town and only a short walk to all sights. Great location, tastefully furnished rooms, and friendly and helpful staff, making it one of the best stays in Salzburg.
Salzburg Budget Stay
Pension Jahn
If you’re on a budget, check out Pension Jahn. It is a family-run hotel located 300 meters from Main Train Station and a 10-minute walk to Mirabell Palace. The rooms are simply furnished and feature wooden floors. Besides, this comfortable stay is run by a lovely and helpful owner. They are willing to help and provide you with all the information if needed.
MEININGER Hotel Salzburg City Center
MEININGER Hotel Salzburg City Center is located slightly away from the city center with about 15 minutes walk to downtown. Although the location is slightly off the beaten, the accommodation tends to be cheaper and with larger rooms compared to downtown. It offers clean, bigger, and cheaper hotel rooms for guests. A good value stays with the price paid.
Adlerhof
Alternatively, looking for Adlerhof is another option with a cheaper stay in Salzburg. It is a family-run hotel located within a 3 to 5 mins walk from Hauptbahnhof. The reception is open 24 hours and always ready to offer help by friendly staff. Many restaurants, eateries, and supermarkets are located within walking distance.
Final Tips on Where To Stay in Salzburg
In short, here are some of the best places to stay in Salzburg based on the following reason.
Where is the best area to stay in Salzburg?
Altstadt (Salzburg Old Town) and staying nearby Salzburg station is the best area to stay in Salzburg.
What is the best hotel to stay in Salzburg old town?
If you’re on a budget, check out Pension Jahn. It is a family-run hotel located 300 meters from Main Train Station and a 10-minute walk to Mirabell Palace. A good value stays with the price paid.
Overview: Best Hotel Stay in Salzburg
All in all, we hope the above accommodation guide can give you some idea of where to stay in Salzburg. Get ready for your holiday filled with musical, historical, and amazing things to do and see. Enjoy your stay!
Lastly, free feel to continue to read on our travel itinerary if you are looking for what to do and the best food to eat in Salzburg.
A bowl of Hitsumabushi was undoable the best food I ate during my Nagoya food trip. Among all the restaurants, Hitsumabushi Atsuta Houraiken is the best restaurant serving for this Nagoya must eat.
Hitsumabushi is one of the Nagoya specialties that you have to try it for yourself when visiting Nagoya. It is a regional specialty dish from Nagoya, consisting of grilled eel or unagi over Japanese steamed rice. It is a well known Nagoya specialty and extremely popular among locals and travelers. Unlike the typical unagi donburi, Hitsumabushi is served in Nagoya style. The Japanese eel is cleaned by removing the bones from the belly without damage to the body. It is then coated with in-house sauce and grilled on open charcoal fire. In this way, you can taste the whole natural taste of the eel.
There are many hitsumabushi restaurants in Nagoya serving for this Nagoya specialty. Among them, we visited the Atsuta Houraiken Jinguten for a taste of this Nagoya best food. Continue to read on our food review in Atsuta Houraiten, one of the must-try food in Nagoya.
Located nearby the Atsuta Shrine, Atsuta Houraiten is one of the popular restaurants in Nagoya. It is reputed to be the best Hitsumabushi specialty restaurant in Nagoya and serve the high-quality hitsumabushi for over 140 years. Founded in 1873, Atsuta Houraiten is the birthplace for this Nagoya must eat. The hitsumabushu also had been registered as a trademark.
Atsuta Houraiken is extremely popular and well patronized most of the time. So we choose went to Atsuta Houraiken for an early lunch. But still, there was a large crowd even in the weekday. Luckily, we were able to dine in after about one hour of the wait time. We took this opportunity to have a brief visit to Atsuta Shrine. But make sure to come back on time.
Atsuta Houraiken is an old Japanese style house with a little courtyard at the entrance. The dining area consists of Japanese low tables with cushions on the tatami floor. It is full of traditional and relaxing setting. Many locals enjoyed their food with friends and family.
Without hesitation, we ordered the most popular Hitsumabushi set and waited patiently. A bowl of Hitsumabushi is not cheap and can easily cost more than ¥3,500. But it worth it for this real delicacy.
Nagoya Best Hitsumabushi
Without a long wait, our set of Hitsumabushi was served. The tasty grilled eel was covered the entire big bowl and full of irresistible charred smell. We can’t wait to enjoy the freshness taste of the eel.
The grilling process of Hitsumabushi handles seriously. The Japanese eel is charcoal-grilled over high heat with binchotan, which is known to be the finest charcoal in Japan. This giving it a perfectly crispy skin yet locked down all the juices leaving the eel tender on the inside.
Moreover, the eel is added with the in-house secret sauce which has been passed on generations since 1873. The amount of sauce on the eel is just right which gives the dish a perfect rounded flavor. It is then put on top of rice in a wooden tub and serve to customer.
How To Eat Hitsumabushi
There are four ways to taste the Hitsumabushi, though it’s just three. But before this, you’re advise to divide the bowl of hitsumabushi into four portions. Next, try each portion with a ready small bowl.
Firstly, you are meant to eat the eel and rice on their own. This is also the best way to enjoy the natural taste of the eel.
Secondly, the eel and rice are mixed with prepared condiments like wasabi, radish, and finely chopped leeks. You will experience, literally, another dish which rich in flavor. It tastes so good.
In the third stage, pour the tea dashi soup stock into 1/4 portion of eel rice. It’s one of my favorite ways to enjoy the Hitsumabushi.
Lastly, choose to eat the remaining 1/4 portion of unagi rice in your favorite style. I voted for the unagi rice with dashi soup and it tastes amazing!
Food Review for Hitsumabushi Atsuta Houraiken
Overall, the hitsumabushi from Atsuta Houraiken was truly amazing. It was crispy on the outside but tender and soft within. I love its smokey charred texture. The right amount of sweet sauce gives its sweet taste without drowning out the natural flavors of the eel. You can feel the freshness and finest quality when eating the hitsumabushi from Atsuka Houraiken. While the sauce was fragrant and flavourful yet not too overpowering. The rice was also cooked to perfection. One of the favorite foods in the Nagoya!
In short, Atsuta Houraiken did not disappoint. It was the best unagi rice that I’ve had. It was superbly delicious and we enjoyed the grilled eel very much and highly recommended. The only downside is due to its popularity, there are usually long queues. So, be prepared to queue especially during peak hours. But it is worth the wait!
How To Get To Atsuta Houraiken
Atsuta Houraiken has four branches in Nagoya, two in the Matsuzakaya Department Store and the other two are traditional restaurants in the same neighborhood nearby Atsuta Shrine with walking distance from Tenma-cho Station Subway Station. One can smell the charcoal-grilled eels smell and smoke as you walked out of the station. For details and menu, please visit Atsuta Houraiken official website.
We recommend visit the Atsuta Houraiken Honten which is the oldest shop to taste the Nagoya must eat food.
Getting there: 7 minutes walk from Exit 4 of Tenma-cho subway station, Meijo Line.
Alternative, Atsuta Houraiken Jinguten is another great option with Atsuta Shrine is just a few minutes away. You can take a short visit while waiting in the queue. But, remember to write down your name in the waiting list.
Getting there: 3 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Tenma-cho subway station, Meijo Line.
Last but not least, free feel to continue read on my Chubu travel post to attractions in the Chubu region, including Takayama, Shirakawago, Kamikochi, Kanazawa, Tateyama and more.
Getting around Chubu by public transport is one of the best ways to visit the Chubu region. You can save a lot of effort and money if you plan your Chubu trip properly. Continue to read on our pick on the best Chubu transport pass for your Chubu on budget trip.
For DIY Chubu itinerary with railway and buses, the transportation fee when traveling in Japan always not cheap. Thankfully, there are a wide range of transport passes available for visitors to save on transportation fee. Depend on how many days for your Chubu trip, you’re advised to plan and narrow down the places you want to visit. Then, search for the best transport pass that suits your budget and planning. You can save a lot of if fully utilized the great Chubu transport pass.
There are a few transportation options available if you planning to travel to Chubu by public transport. However, a wide range of transport pass available to help travelers when traveling in the Chubu region.
Best Transport For Getting Around Chubu:
By Train: JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass, Alpine-Takayama-Matsumoto Area Tourist Pass, Alpine Route Pass
By Bus: Shoryudo Highway Bus Ticket, Okuhida Bus Ticket
Self Driving with rental cars
Note that the usage for each Chubu transport pass might be different. We have documented out most of your questions answered in our comprehensive Chubu Transport guide here. Continue read on!
Traveling in Chubu by Train
For travelers from Tokyo, Japan Rail Pass is always the best transport pass that offering unlimited train ride when visiting Japan. Added, there are also a few rail pass for the travelers to plan their journey for a specific region. Here is the list of useful transport pass that can help to explore the Chubu region.
There are a few types of transportation pass for trains:
Alpine-Takayama-Matsumoto Area Tourist Pass: Consecutively 5 days for unlimited use of JR trains between Nagoya and Toyama, JR trains between Nagoya and Shinano-Omachi and transportation along the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.
Alpine Route Pass: Consecutively 8 days to pass through the Alpine route with an unreserved seat.
Chubu Transport Guide: The Japan Rail Pass is not cover for Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. However, you are giving the option to get the discounted Option Ticket combined for a one way Tateyama Kurobe (Alpine route) at additional cost.
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass (5 Days) Consecutively 5 days for unlimited rides on JR trains within Takama, Kanazawa, Toyama, Nagoya, Osaka, and more at ¥19,800. Certains buses and Shinkansen included.
Note: On October 1, 2023 the cost of the Takayama Hokuriku Tourist Pass is increased to ¥19,800. The number of seat reservation is also increase from 4 times to 6 times.
Unlimited non-reserve seat on ordinary cars on JR limited express, express, rapid, and ordinary trains on JR conventional lines, including:
Tokaido/Takayama lines: between Nagoya and Toyama station.
Hokuriku/Kosei/Tokaido lines: between Kanazawa, Kyoto station and stations within the Osaka City area.
JR Hanwa/Kansai-airport lines: between stations within the Osaka City area and Kansai-airport.
Non-reserved seats of ordinary cars of the Hokuriku Shinkansen between Toyama and Kanazawa station.
The use of reserved seats on ordinary trains of JR conventional lines are free of charge up to 6 times.
Covered also the bus route within Takayama, Shirakawago, Kanazawa, and Toyama.
The Nohi Bus/Toyama Chitetsu Bus/Hokutetsu Bus: Shirakawa-go/Kanazawa line and Takayama/Toyama line between Takayama Nohi Bus Center, Shirakawa-go, and Kanazawa. Some exceptions applied and reservations required.
The Kaetsuno Bus: World Heritage Bus between Shirakawa-go － Shin-Takaoka station.
JR Alpine-Takayama-Matsumoto Area Tourist Pass Unlimited rides on JR local and limited express trains along the route (Takayama-Matsumoto Area) as well as all transportation of the Alpine Route. Consecutively 5-Days for non-reserved seating at ¥21,200.
Non-reserved seating on JR limited express, express, rapid, and local trains, including:
Between Nagoya station and Toyama station (via Tokaido/Takayama lines).
Between Shinano-Omachi station and Nagoya station (via Oito/Shinonoi/Chuo Main lines).
Take note that the use of Home Liner excluded.
Transportation Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route:
The non-reserved seat on Toyama Chiho Railway limited express trains between Dentetsu-Toyama station and Tateyama station.
Between Dentetsu-Toyama station and Tateyama station.
Alpine Route Pass (立山黒部アルペンきっぷ ) There are four types of tickets that can pass through the Alpine route with an unreserved seat. It depends on where you start for your journey with prices listed. Please take note that there are some limitations that you cannot get off during the train ride. Besides, additional fees required if you are boarding for a reserved seat. Besides, one important note on Alpine Route pass is you can only travel in a single direction (clockwise or anti-clockwise direction) to complete the loop.
The Alpine Route Pass is valid consecutively 8-Days for both locals and visitors. There is also a blockout date during Japan Golden Week. Check JR Central’s Official Website to know more details.
Alpine Route Pass: Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Nagoya City, and Gifu
ひだコース (高山線・中央線経由): covers Nagoya (or Shizuoka / Hamamatsu / Gifu), Takayama Main Line, Toyama, Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, and Matsumoto areas.
Shizuoka 静岡 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Shizuoka 静岡 (Adult: ¥27,580 and child: ¥14,060)
Hamamatsu 浜松 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Hamamatsu 浜松 (Adult: ¥26,630 and child: ¥13,230)
Nagoya City 名古屋市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Nagoya City 名古屋市内 (Adult: ¥21,180 and child: ¥10,710)
Gifu 岐阜 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Gifu 岐阜 (Adult: ¥21,180 and child: ¥19,710)
しらさぎコース (北陸線・中央線経由)
Nagoya City 名古屋市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Nagoya City 名古屋市内 (Adult: ¥24,480 and child: ¥12,350)
Kyoto City 京都市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Kyoto City 京都市内 (Adult: ¥28,450 and child: ¥14,170)
Osaka City 大阪市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Osaka City 大阪市内 (Adult: ¥29,600 and child: ¥14,740)
Kobe City 神戸市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Kobe City 神戸市内 (Adult: ¥31,390 and child: ¥15,640)
Himeji 姫路 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Himeji 姫路 (Adult: ¥34,450 and child: ¥17,180)
京都市内・大阪市内・神戸市内・姫路発コース(北陸線往復)
Kyoto City 京都市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Kyoto City 京都市内 (Adult: ¥25,890 and child: ¥12,900)
Osaka City 大阪市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Osaka City 大阪市内 (Adult: ¥26,940 and child: ¥13,420)
Kobe City 神戸市内 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Kobe City 神戸市内 (Adult: ¥27,670 and child: ¥13,790)
Himeji 姫路 to Toyama 富山, Alpine Route, Shinano Omachi 信濃大町 to Himeji 姫路 (Adult: ¥31,090 and child: ¥15,500)
Traveling in Chubu by Bus
The bus is another budget option when traveling in Chubu. Some of the attractions such as Shirakawago, Hirayu onsen are not connected with the railway and can be only accessible by bus. So sometimes, the bus is the better option when traveling in Chubu on budget.
Moreover, there are a few transport buses in Chubu by using a highway bus that worth to recommend to travelers if you are planning to travel in Chubu by bus.
Shoryudo Bus Pass
Shoryudo Highway Bus Ticket Unlimited use of buses and highway buses around the Chubu Hokuriku region of Japan. Only applicable for foreign visitors. Take note reservations are required to ride some of the buses.
3 days – Takayama, Shirakawago, Kanazawa at ¥11,000
Okuhida Bus Pass
Okuhida Bus Ticket (2-Days/3-Days) Cover unlimited bus ride by Nohi Bus to Okuhida area. Depart from Takayama or Hirayu Onsen. The best and only transport pass when planning to visit Kamikochi and Okuhida.
Self Driving in Chubu
Planning for self-driving in Chubu? Chubu region is very ideal to plan for a driving route to Takayama, Shirakawago, Tateyama, Matsumoto, and other interesting places. For group travelers or traveling with the elderly, self-driving is a better option. You can travel at a slower pace and traveling around freely.
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Please bear in mind that there are not PREFECT TRANSPORT PASS that can well suit to your Chubu itinerary. Depend on places of interest and duration, we were debating to get the best value transport pass. In the end, we choose to get the Alpine Route Pass and Okuhida Bus Ticket. The reason is these two passes can cover most of our attraction in Chubu itinerary, which is Tateyama Alpine Route and Kamikochi.
The Alpine Route Pass will cover all of my train ride from Nagoya to Takayama, Tateyama, Matsumoto, and back to Nagoya in clockwise direction within 8 days. Besides, I purchased the additional Okuhida Bus Ticket and visit to Kamikochi and Hirayu Onsen. In the meantime, I also booked the bus ticket from Takayama to Shirakawago.
Although the transportation fee is not cheap, but I managed to visit most of the attractions in the Chubu region. It is still much cheaper than purchase train and bus ticket separately.
Overview: Chubu Transport Guide
All in all, hopefully, my Chubu transport guide is useful to help in planning on your Chubu on a budget trip by using public transport. It depends on your Chubu itinerary and where you want to visit in central Japan. Traveling in the Chubu region by self-driving, by trains and buses is very convenient. But we highly recommended to plan ahead of time for your transport option to save for some money. Most importantly, please slow up your pace to explore the Chubu region.
Lastly, free feel to continue read on my Chubu travel post to attractions in the Chubu region, including Takayama, Shirakawago, Kamikochi, Kanazawa, Tateyama and more.
