Naha Airport 47 min
First Makishi Public Market (39 min) Longtime covered marketplace with eateries & vendors selling meat, seafood, noodles & souvenirs. Tropical Beach (20 min) Cape Maeda (25 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Shurijo Castle (34 min) Landmark 14th-century palace surrounded by a leafy park & featuring exhibits & events. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (19 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Katsuren Castle (36 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (26 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum (36 min) Okinawan artwork & exhibits on history, nature & culture are featured at this contemporary museum. Ryukyu Mura (21 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Nakagusuku Castle (22 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. Cape Zanpa Lighthouse (28 min) 30m-high lighthouse with coastal views at the top (fee) & a nearby ice cream truck & petting zoo. Southeast Botanical Gardens (21 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. Zakimi Castle Ruins (21 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. Shikina-en (32 min) Historic Ryukyu-dynasty property with traditional palace buildings, walking paths & a tranquil pond. American Village (8 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. |