Naha Airport 42 min
Okinawa Zoo & Museum (5 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Bios Hill (31 min) Lush, serene nature park featuring boat & water buffalo rides, plus kayaking, a petting zoo & cafes. Ryukyu Mura (32 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Shikina-en (27 min) Historic Ryukyu-dynasty property with traditional palace buildings, walking paths & a tranquil pond. Katsuren Castle (21 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. Southeast Botanical Gardens (21 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. American Village (16 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. Zakimi Castle Ruins (33 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (34 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Sefa-Utaki (53 min) Lush, holy place, believed by the Ryukyuan to be the site where the goddess Amamikyu appeared. Shurijo Castle (29 min) Landmark 14th-century palace surrounded by a leafy park & featuring exhibits & events. Nakagusuku Castle (13 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. First Makishi Public Market (36 min) Longtime covered marketplace with eateries & vendors selling meat, seafood, noodles & souvenirs. Cape Maeda (34 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum (32 min) Okinawan artwork & exhibits on history, nature & culture are featured at this contemporary museum. |