Takasakiyama Monkey Park

Nicknamed "Umitamago", this is the local aquarium with walrus and dolphin shows.

Built by renowned architect Shigeru Ban, the building is as much of an attraction as the art inside. The museum's permanent collection contains over 3,000 works from artists from around Oita Prefecture. There are also special exhibits, including international exhibits, that change throughout the year.

The museum contains exhibits and information related to the city's history, including Bungo Kokubunji Temple, the ruins of which are located in a park just outside the museum.

This was the head temple of the former Bungo Province. Today there are very few structures remaining, but the park has markers over each place where a building once stood with information and pictures of the structure.

A popular hang-out place for locals on the roof of AmuPlaza Oita, shopping complex directly connected to the station. There is a train for kids to ride, a pagoda-shaped look-out, a shrine, and restaurants. It's even more attractive at night when everything lights up.

The onsen is located on the 19-21 floors of Oita City Building offering a spectacular view over the city from the hot springs.