Naha Airport 40 min
Nakagusuku Castle (12 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. Ryukyu Mura (31 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Cape Maeda (34 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Shikina-en (25 min) Historic Ryukyu-dynasty property with traditional palace buildings, walking paths & a tranquil pond. Sefa-Utaki (52 min) Lush, holy place, believed by the Ryukyuan to be the site where the goddess Amamikyu appeared. Zakimi Castle Ruins (34 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum (30 min) Okinawan artwork & exhibits on history, nature & culture are featured at this contemporary museum. Shurijo Castle (27 min) Landmark 14th-century palace surrounded by a leafy park & featuring exhibits & events. First Makishi Public Market (34 min) Longtime covered marketplace with eateries & vendors selling meat, seafood, noodles & souvenirs. Bios Hill (31 min) Lush, serene nature park featuring boat & water buffalo rides, plus kayaking, a petting zoo & cafes. American Village (14 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. Southeast Botanical Gardens (19 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (34 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Katsuren Castle (18 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (7 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. |