Naha Airport 51 min
Cape Maeda (18 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Zakimi Castle Ruins (25 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. 雅器睦之里(陶器之里) (22 min) Quaint pottery co-op with many artists' studios, demonstrations & wares for sale. Ikei Island (56 min) Small, picturesque island in Okinawa featuring diving, water sports & private beaches. Southeast Botanical Gardens (20 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. American Village (29 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. Cape Manzamo (13 min) Oceanfront rock formation shaped like an elephant's trunk, popular with tourists & photographers. Busena Marine Park (24 min) Attractions include an underwater observatory with 360-degree views & glass-bottom boat tours. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (26 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Ryukyu Mura (16 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Katsuren Castle (32 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. Moon Beach (16 min) Private sand beach at the namesake hotel, with water sports such as kayaking, sailing & snorkeling. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (18 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Bios Hill (15 min) Lush, serene nature park featuring boat & water buffalo rides, plus kayaking, a petting zoo & cafes. Cape Zanpa Lighthouse (28 min) 30m-high lighthouse with coastal views at the top (fee) & a nearby ice cream truck & petting zoo. |