Downtown Kanazawa
Kanazawa
Visit Downtown Kanazawa
Popular places to visit
Kenrokuen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Omicho Market
During your visit to Kanazawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.
Kanazawa Castle
You can find out about the history of Kanazawa when you stop by Kanazawa Castle. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
You can browse the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Nagamachi District. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Oyama Shrine
After visiting Oyama Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Kanazawa Castle Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kanazawa Castle Park, a lovely green space in Kanazawa.
Things to do
Kanazawa:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Try Mindful Calligraphy Near Kanazawa's Ninja Temple
Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town
Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour
Shirakawa-go from Takayama/Nagoya One day Bus ticket
Downtown Kanazawa Hotel Deals
SOKI KANAZAWA
Everything great!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Great location close to Omicho market. Room was clean and spacious, beds comfortable, Japanese bed robes, fancy toilet, separate shower, good hot water pressure. Hallways were strangely quite dark. We were offered a welcome drink which was appreciated. There is also a free coffee machine in the lobby. ...
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
Room was clean and spacious. Very nice bathroom and the room was quiet and comfortable. Having the washing machine and small kitchen facilities was a great idea. Easy walking distance to major interest points. Breakfast was fine. The staff professional and friendly and went out of their way to asst ...
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA
We loved our queen room with a view from a middle floor. The staff were so friendly and accomodating. The amenities were wonderful and it is such a beautiful hotel, the location is also amazing!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa
It is a nice hotel, located in a very convenient location. Staff was very nice, breakfast was correct, and the room was good by Japanese standards. Didn't disappoint.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA
Beautiful hotel, very spacious room (the king bed could sleep 5-6 people!), very clean, excellent service. Location is great. Excellent value for the price - the hotel was inexpensive. Great location - near the castle. Fantastic place! Only negative - the breakfast wasn't good and was pricey, but ...
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Kanazawa
Korinbo
While Korinbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shinise Memorial Hall and Nomura Samurai House.
Nagamachi Samurai District
If you're spending some time in Nagamachi Samurai District, Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum and Nomura Samurai House are top sights worth seeing.
Katamachi
While Katamachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nomura Samurai House and Nishi Chaya District.
Higashiyama-Higashi
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashiyama-Higashi. You might want to make time for a stop at Ochaya Shima or Higashi Chaya District.
Higashi Chaya District
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashi Chaya District. You might want to make time for a stop at Ochaya Shima or Higashi Chaya District.
Higashiyama
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Higashiyama. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum or Higashi Chaya District.
