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Best Day Trips from Kanazawa

Gold-leaf workshops, samurai lanes, and Kenrokuen — one of Japan’s three great gardens. Curated day-trip ideas from Kanazawa — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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Shirakawa-go
5h

World Heritage Shirakawa-go Perfect Guided Tour from Kanazawa

Explore the world famous UNESCO village on our full-day Shirakawago & Kanazawa tour from Kanazawa station!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $78 a person
8h 30m

Shirakawago & Kanazawa from Kanazawa

Discover the most authentic essence of Japan on an unforgettable journey from Kanazawa Station to the charming village of Shirakawago.

  • 4.9★ · 88 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $55 a person
Shirakawa-go
9h 30m

World Heritage Shirakawa-go and Experience Tours from Kanazawa

Explore the world famous UNESCO village on our full-day Shirakawago & Kanazawa tour from Kanazawa station!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $117 a person
The local guide Ti is explaining about Asanogawa river (Female river)
4h

Kanazawa Half Day E-bike Tour

Discover Kanazawa’s rich cultural heritage on this e-bike tour guided by a local expert.

  • 4.9★ · 61 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $123 a person
7h 45m

[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour

Tour dates: Every Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday This bus tour departs from Kanazawa Station where you can enjoy the world heritage site Shirakawago and the...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
4h

Kanazawa Half Day Tour (Private Guide)

The places below are examples of what you may choose to see on the day, during this 4-hour tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $128 a person
7h

Kanazawa Full Day Tour (Private Guide)

Experience the highlights of Kanazawa on our special, award winning, one day tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $175 a person
2h to 5h

Kanazawa Private Tour with a Local – Highlights & Hidden Gems

Explore Kanazawa your way on a private, fully customizable half-day tour designed around your interests.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $65 a person
Spring Shirakawa-go gassho-zukuri and carp streamers
9h 15m

[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go/Takayama tour platinum route bus tour

Tour dates: Every Wednesday, Thursday This tour is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station.Visit Shirakawago, a World Heritage Site very popular with foreigners, and Hida...

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $100 a person
Kanazawa station. Our trip will start from here!!!
4h to 5h

Explore Kanazawa Half Day Private Tour with Local Guide

Discover Your Own Kanazawa, With a Local Nurse!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $142 a person
Shirakawago is famous for its gassho style houses!
4h

One Way Bus from Kanazawa to Takayama with a stop at Shirakawago

Itinerary Time Table: Kanazawa (Dep. 13:50) → Shirakawago (Arr. 15:10, Dep. 16:40) → Takayama (Arr. 17:40) *Please note that times may vary due to traffic conditions. **Please...

  • Free cancellation
  • Half-day
From $70 a person
9h

Full-Day Tour from Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha

Our tour offers the best route to see all of Kanazawa's must-see spots, and many of its lesser known gems, in one day on foot.

  • 4.9★ · 98 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $145 a person
4h

Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa on this customized, four-hour walking tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $111 a person
2h

Guided Night Tour to Feel the Samurai Culture in Kanazawa

A local guide will guide you through the city of Kanazawa, which has a different face from the daytime.

  • Short pick · ≤2h
From $55 a person
2h 30m to 3h

Kanazawa: Castle & Samurai History Walking Tour

Step into the world of the samurai and discover the fascinating history of Kanazawa on this popular walking tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $57 a person
6h

One-Way Bus Ticket: Takayama to Kanazawa via UNESCO Shirakawa-go

Travel conveniently from Takayama to Kanazawa in our air conditioned buses.

  • Free cancellation
  • Full-day
From $70 a person
4h

One Way Bus from Kanazawa to Kyoto

Embark on a scenic journey from Kanazawa to Kyoto, enjoying lush landscapes and cultural heritage.

  • Free cancellation
  • Half-day
From $38 a person
Osaka
5 min to 25 min

One Way Bus from Kanazawa to Osaka

Enjoy a comfortable journey from Kanazawa to Osaka.

  • Free cancellation
  • Short pick · ≤2h
From $44 a person
Exploring Omicho Market with a local Kanazawa guide
1h 30m to 2h

Kanazawa Gourmet Experience Omicho Market Tour

Explore Omicho Market, known as "Kanazawa’s Kitchen," on an exciting walking food tour with a local guide!

  • 4.9★ · 70 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
2h to 6h

Discover Kanazawa with a Local: Private & Custom Tour

Discover Kanazawa with a friendly local guide who has lived here for more than 25 years.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $63 a person
4h

Kanazawa Half Day Private Tour - Castle, Garden, Geisha District

Embark on an unforgettable 4-hour journey through Kanazawa's most iconic sights.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $190 a person
2h 30m

Kanazawa Night Tour with Local Meal and Drinks

Explore the Geisha districts after dark, hear the tales of what actually went on in this district during the Edo period.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $81 a person
A memorable journey made special by small groups.
2h to 6h

Kanazawa Custom Private Tour Samurai History and Culture

Step into Kanazawa’s timeless charm as you explore Kenrokuen Garden, geisha districts, and historic samurai residences.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $55 a person
8h

Full Day Tour to Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen from Kanazawa

In the Northern Japanese Alps lies a small beautiful onsen town sitting at the entrance of an even more amazing sight, Japanese deepest V-shaped gorge, Kurobe Gorge.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $193 a person

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