Ibaraki Prefectural Museum of History is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Mito, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Mito has to offer, head to Tokiwa Shrine, Kairakuen Park, and Art Tower Mito.
Art fans might want to browse the collections at Art Tower Mito in Mito. If you want to see more of the art galleries in Mito, Museum of Modern Art, Ibaraki and Tokugawa Museum aren't far.
If museums are on your list of things to see in Mito, then you might want to head to Mito City Museum. If you want to see more of the museums in Mito, you can easily walk to Art Tower Mito.