Naha Airport 56 min
Murasaki Mura Ryukyu Kingdom Theme Park (12 min) Whale shark, scuba diving, and bullfighting Cape Zanpa Lighthouse (17 min) 30m-high lighthouse with coastal views at the top (fee) & a nearby ice cream truck & petting zoo. Bios Hill (16 min) Lush, serene nature park featuring boat & water buffalo rides, plus kayaking, a petting zoo & cafes. Ryukyu Mura (7 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. American Village (20 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. 雅器睦之里(陶器之里) (16 min) Quaint pottery co-op with many artists' studios, demonstrations & wares for sale. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (26 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Katsuren Castle (35 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. Nakagusuku Castle (34 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. Southeast Botanical Gardens (19 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (11 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Cape Manzamo (23 min) Oceanfront rock formation shaped like an elephant's trunk, popular with tourists & photographers. Cape Maeda (11 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Zanpa Beach (15 min) Banana boat rentals, swimming & snorkeling draw crowds to this white-sand beach with clear waters. Zakimi Castle Ruins (7 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. |