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Kanazawa
Travel Guide

Come to Kanazawa and enjoy its gardens, castle, and temples.

Discover the historic city of Kanazawa—gardens, museums, and top sights from Omicho Market to Kanazawa Castle.

Where to stay in Kanazawa

Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District

Travelers enjoy Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District for its museums and shopping. Consider checking out Ochaya Shima while you're in the area.

Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District
Higashiyama, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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 Ochaya Shima.

Higashiyama

Top Hotels in Kanazawa

UNIZO INN Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Dori
UNIZO INN Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Dori
3 out of 5
3-30 Oyamamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa-ken
The price is ￥3,054 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5

Situated in a shopping district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Omicho Market and Kanazawa Castle. Kenrokuen Garden and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (387 reviews)

"Great location, smooth check in/out process, well equipped room... all at such a good price! No complaints."…"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2021

UNIZO INN Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Dori
Agora Kanazawa
Agora Kanazawa
3.5 out of 5
2-25-17 Katamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
The price is ￥5,454 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15

Located in the heart of Kanazawa, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Shinise Memorial Hall and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. Kenrokuen Garden ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (65 reviews)

"The decor of the room is beautiful, clean rooms and super convenient location for tourist"…"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2020

Agora Kanazawa
Dormy Inn Kanazawa Natural Hot Spring
Dormy Inn Kanazawa Natural Hot Spring
3 out of 5
2-25 Horikawa Shinmachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa-ken
The price is ￥7,125 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Situated in Kanazawa, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Motenashi Dome and Omicho Market. Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden are also within 2 mi (3 ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (989 reviews)

"Outdoor hot spring at the top of the hotel is wonderful. I could relax well."…"

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2020

Dormy Inn Kanazawa Natural Hot Spring
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Vacation Rentals in Kanazawa

HIGASHIYAMA ARITSUKI
HIGASHIYAMA ARITSUKI
3 out of 5
3-14-2, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
The price is ￥17,727 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10

Located in Higashiyama, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kazuemachi and Omicho Market. Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden are also within 1 ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (17 reviews)

"Really beautiful traditional home in a great location, near the river and old historic district. The staff offsite was really helpful. I would happily stay here again."…"

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2019

HIGASHIYAMA ARITSUKI
INOVA Kanazawaekimae Hotel suite
INOVA Kanazawaekimae Hotel suite
3 out of 5
368 Motogiku-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
The price is ￥11,818 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Located in the heart of Kanazawa, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Omicho Market, Kanazawa Castle, and Kanazawa Noh Museum. 21st Century Museum ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (123 reviews)
good stay!

"all staff is very kindly. I'm strongly recomend this hotel."…"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2020

INOVA Kanazawaekimae Hotel suite
Hashibaan
Hashibaan
2.5 out of 5
Hashiba cho 9-5, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
The price is ￥16,860 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Located in the heart of Kanazawa, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kazuemachi, Omicho Market, and Kanazawa Castle. Kenrokuen Garden and 21st ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (8 reviews)
AMAZING Location and Beautifully decorated!

"Property owner was amazing and very accommodating. It was a lovely vacation rental and we only wish we had more days to enjoy. The air conditioning worked very well. We took advantage of the excellent location to walk around the city. There was plenty of space for a family. Thanks for an amazing ..."…"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2019

Hashibaan
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Popular places to visit in Kanazawa

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Kenrokuen Garden

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Kenrokuen Garden, a popular green space in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Kenrokuen Garden
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Omicho Market

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Omicho Market, a popular shopping spot in Kanazawa. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.

Omicho Market
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Kanazawa Castle

Find out about the history of Kanazawa Castle, one of the top monuments in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Kanazawa Castle

Top things to do in Kanazawa

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Day Trip to Shirakawago, Gokayama or Takayama from Kanazawa!

￥12,500
Per adult
Day Trip to Shirakawago, Gokayama or Takayama from Kanazawa!
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Kanazawa Historical District Walking Tour

￥9,200
Per adult
Kanazawa Historical District Walking Tour
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Private Full-Day Customized Tour of Kanazawa

￥69,247
Per adult
Private Full-Day Customized Tour of Kanazawa
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Takayama and Shirakawago 1 Day Bus Tour from Nagoya

￥8,500
Per adult
Takayama and Shirakawago 1 Day Bus Tour from Nagoya
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Shirakawa-go Half day tour (UNESCO World Heritage)

￥11,000
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shirakawa-go Half day tour (UNESCO World Heritage)
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Kanazawa Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

￥28,406
Per adult
Kanazawa Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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