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Matsumoto Alps Park
A lush urban park for play and moments away in nature.
Located in the northwestern hills of Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, this urban park uses the natural rise and fall of rich terrain at this spot, perched at an altitude of approximately 800 meters. The park offers stunning views of the Northern Alps and Azumino to the west, and Utsukushigahara and Matsumoto City to the east. Drop in to find fun for everyone including an animal park, observation deck, and athletic play equipment and more so you can get back to nature.
The park is split into the Family Zone and the Learning, Health, and Sports Zone. If you head over to the Family Zone you’ll find plenty for the whole gang to love including the Forest of Birds and Small Animals, home to 30 species and 250 animals, and the Alps Dream Coaster (fare applies), a 630-meter-long roller coaster that descends the park's slopes.
In the Learning, Health, and Sports Zone, visitors can enjoy the Flower Hill, which blooms with seasonal flowers, and the Forest Village Plaza, for a glimpse at rural life.
Highlights
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The park's terrain offers excellent views from the observation deck.
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Free admission to the zoo and well-equipped with athletic playgrounds.
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A thrilling slip down the park slopes at the roller coaster (ride fare applies).
Photos
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![Observation area with panoramic views of the Northern Alps, Matsumoto Plain, and Azumi Plain.]()
Observation area with panoramic views of the Northern Alps, Matsumoto Plain, and Azumi Plain.
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![A 630-meter coaster built into the park's slopes.]()
A 630-meter coaster built into the park's slopes.
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![The Forest of Birds and Small Animals features Japanese macaques, deer, ponies, and more.]()
The Forest of Birds and Small Animals features Japanese macaques, deer, ponies, and more.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Free Wi-Fi is available only near the Dream Coaster boarding area.
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Are coin lockers available?
Coin lockers are available in the Mountain and Nature Museum, but only for museum visitors.
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Are there restrooms available?
There are restrooms in the park.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Are there any places to eat?
No dedicated dining facilities, though food trucks may occasionally be present, but not guaranteed.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 松本市アルプス公園
- Postal Code
- 390-0861
- Address
- 2455-11 Arigasaki, Matsumoto City, Nagano
- Telephone
- 0263-34-5640
- Closed
- Free to walk
- Business Hours
- Walk anytime
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- A short walk from the "Alps Park" bus stop.
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)