Naha Airport 54 min
Zakimi Castle Ruins (40 min) Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views. American Village (31 min) Large, American-themed outdoor mall featuring shops, restaurants, a cinema & a ferris wheel. Katsuren Castle (9 min) Remains of a 15th-century castle on a cliff, with curved walls & panoramic ocean views. Cape Maeda (36 min) Busy seaside destination best known for panoramic water views as well as scuba diving & snorkeling. Okinawa Comprehensive Athletic Park (17 min) Sprawling athletic complex with a beach & pool zone, wooded area & a large track & field area. Nakagusuku Castle (25 min) Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau. 오키나와 푸른동굴 (37 min) A famous snorkeling & diving locale, this cave is known for its blue glowing light & fish sightings. Ryukyu Mura (34 min) Recreation of a traditional Okinawan village, with cultural performances & hands-on workshops. Cape Manzamo (38 min) Oceanfront rock formation shaped like an elephant's trunk, popular with tourists & photographers. Southeast Botanical Gardens (24 min) Large botanical garden with native & non-native plants, as well as animal encounters & workshops. Henza Island (16 min) Tiny 7-km. island featuring seawalls with colorful murals, plus beach areas, cafes & culture. Hamahiga Island (22 min) Rugged island with beaches, fishing, hiking & camping plus a resort with a restaurant & views. Okinawa Zoo & Museum (23 min) Whimsical children’s museum & zoo with topiaries, food options, rides & indoor play areas. Ikei Island (31 min) Small, picturesque island in Okinawa featuring diving, water sports & private beaches. Sefa-Utaki (1 hr 5) Lush, holy place, believed by the Ryukyuan to be the site where the goddess Amamikyu appeared. |