Naha Airport 40 min
Southeast Botanical Gardens (25 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. Ryukyu Mura (26 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Katsuren Castle (30 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. Shurijo Castle (27 min) Landmark 14th-century palace surrounded by a leafy park & featuring exhibits & events. Naminoue Shrine (29 min) Established as a Shinto shrine in 1890, this sacred place offers festivals & views from the cliffs. Naminoue Beach (29 min) Sandy city beach below a highway flyover with showers, lifeguards, food outlets & basketball. Shureimon (26 min) Traditional Chinese gate at Shurijo Castle; originally from the 16th century & later rebuilt. Sefa-Utaki (48 min) Lush, holy place, believed by the Ryukyuan to be the site where the goddess Amamikyu appeared. First Makishi Public Market (31 min) Longtime covered marketplace with eateries & vendors selling meat, seafood, noodles & souvenirs. Shikina-en (25 min) Historic Ryukyu-dynasty property with traditional palace buildings, walking paths & a tranquil pond. Nakagusuku Castle (14 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. American Village (7 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (13 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum (28 min) Okinawan artwork & exhibits on history, nature & culture are featured at this contemporary museum. Zakimi Castle Ruins (26 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. |