What to do in Kamakura

Activities, attractions and tours
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Kamakura Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Kamakura has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Kamakura, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Kamakura with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Kamakura

Kamakura is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Kamakura, and make it a breeze to explore Kamakura and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Kamakura to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Kamakura, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Kamakura.

Kamakura attractions

Kamakura has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Kamakura to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Kamakura.

Looking for things to do in Kamakura can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Kamakura or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Kamakura attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Kamakura

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Ofuna

Unique features of Ofuna include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Kamakura Performing Arts Center or Rokkokukenzan while you're exploring the area.

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Koshigoe

The beaches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Koshigoe. Katase Higashihama Beach and Koshigoe Fishing Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mejiroyamashita Station or Nishi-Kamakura Station to get around the larger area.

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Kotsubo

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Kotsubo. You might want to make time for a stop at Zaimokuza Beach or Yuigahama Beach.

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Shichirigahama

While there might not be top attractions in Shichirigahama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shichirigahama Beach and Fufuike Park.

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Yamanouchi

If you're spending some time in Yamanouchi, Kitakamakura old private house Museum and Meigetsuin are top sights worth seeing.

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Terabun

Appreciated for its monuments and historical sites, you might consider exploring Terabun. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Butsugyoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Shonan-Fukasawa Station or Shonan-Machiya Station to get around the city.

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Day trip destinations from Kamakura