Kamakura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in 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.

Ofuna
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Koshigoe

The beaches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Koshigoe. Koshigoe Fishing Port and Katase Higashihama Beach 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.

Koshigoe
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Zaimokuza

If you're spending some time in Zaimokuza, Zaimokuza Beach and Yuigahama Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Zaimokuza
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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 Koshigoe Fishing Port.

Shichirigahama
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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.

Yamanouchi
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Hase

While visiting Hase, you might make a stop by sights like Kotokuin Temple and Great Buddha.

Hase
Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
4 out of 5
1-8-1 Komachi, Kamakura, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Fully refundable
The price is £118 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
£118
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kamakura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (723 reviews)
"Very convenient location, quiet, clean, large and comfortable room. Daily housekeeping. Very good value for money."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura Ofuna Higashiguchi
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura Ofuna Higashiguchi
3 out of 5
1-22-3 Ofuna, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kamakura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (894 reviews)
Nice stay
"Great location and excellent customer service. Really enjoyed our stay here. Tasty breakfast too. Very good value for money"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kamakura Ofuna Higashiguchi
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is £70 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£70
6 Jul - 7 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,031 reviews)
"We had such a great stay at grand haneda villa fontaine ! The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable — perfect for unwinding after a long flight. The location is incredibly convenient, especially since the hotel is directly connected to the airport. It made our arrival and departure so easy ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
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Kamakura Vacation House
Kamakura Vacation House
3 out of 5
773-12 Nikaido, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Kamakura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Zushi Beach and Hakkeijima Sea Paradise ...
Kamakura Vacation House
Casablanca Pool House
Casablanca Pool House
3 out of 5
3-7-24 Inamuragasaki, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Stay at this 3-star villa in Kamakura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Enoshima Aquarium and Zushi Beach are located ...
"Casablanca Pool House was an absolute incredible experience they’re so kind and accommodating, the house is so clean upon arrival, having a private pool and outdoor tub is rare to find in Japan especially on a last minute booking ! You have views of the ocean and an island view from the second floor ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2024

Casablanca Pool House
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
3 out of 5
1-5-20 Tsunishi, Kamakura
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Kamakura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Enoshima Aquarium and Zushi Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"This place is fantastic. It's tucked a good ten or so minute walk from any tourist area so it's nice and quiet. It's very cozy and relaxing. It comes fully stocked with kitchen items. Plates, pans ect... if you plan to stay longer. It's got two conbeni and one grocery store with in two minute walk ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Blue Lagoon
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Popular places to visit

Nissan Stadium

Nissan Stadium

4/5(4 reviews)

Nissan Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Yokohama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Nissan Stadium
Hakkeijima Sea Paradise

Hakkeijima Sea Paradise

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Bring the children to Hakkeijima Sea Paradise and enjoy this exciting theme park in Yokohama. Visit the area's shops or amble around its Chinatown.

Hakkeijima Sea Paradise
Yokohama Arena

Yokohama Arena

4/5(24 reviews)

Catch an event at Yokohama Arena during your trip to Yokohama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Yokohama Arena
Yokohama Stadium

Yokohama Stadium

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Catch an event at Yokohama Stadium during your trip to Yokohama. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Yokohama Stadium
Yomiuriland

Yomiuriland

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Yomiuriland as part of your trip to Kawasaki. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Yomiuriland
Yokohama Cosmo World

Yokohama Cosmo World

4/5(13 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Yokohama Cosmo World during your visit to Yokohama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Yokohama Cosmo World

Things to do

Yokosuka: Uninhabited Island and the Cruise of Naval Port

Yokosuka: Uninhabited Island and Naval Port Cruise

£66
per adult
Yokosuka: Uninhabited Island and Naval Port Cruise
JDM Itasha trip to famous car meet up spot Daikoku Parking

JDM Itasha trip to famous car meet up spot Daikoku Parking

£143
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
JDM Itasha trip to famous car meet up spot Daikoku Parking
Villages

3 Day Japan Highlights Tour: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka

£2,023
per adult
3 Day Japan Highlights Tour: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka
Kamakura Tour From Tokyo with Pro Guide & Driver

Kamakura Tour Great Buddha Enoshima & English Pro Guide & Driver

£480
per traveller
Kamakura Tour Great Buddha Enoshima & English Pro Guide & Driver
Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary

Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary

£132
per adult
Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary
From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour

From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour

£41
per adult
From Tokyo - Kamakura & Enoshima - One Day Bus Tour
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Cities near Kamakura

Yokohama

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