Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Kanazawa December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Kanazawa Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa.dx9299)[Hotels in Kanazawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Hotels.d9299.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kanazawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kanazawa.d9299.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Kanazawa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kanazawa.d9299.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kanazawa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa.d9299.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Kanazawa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kanazawa Types of activities Where to stay [Kanazawa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa.dx9299) ![Kanazawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499601-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kanazawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499483-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kanazawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499563-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kanazawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499525-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kanazawa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499515-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Kanazawa Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Kanazawa has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Kanazawa, 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 Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa Kanazawa is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Kanazawa, and make it a breeze to explore Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa, 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 Kanazawa. #### Kanazawa attractions Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa. Looking for things to do in Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Kanazawa attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Kanazawa ### Tours & day trips [See all 69 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Departing from Takayama [Regular sightseeing bus] World Heritage Sites Shir...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46197483/913c7c89-def4-45b6-abde-d80dc081cc23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Departing from Takayama \[Regular sightseeing bus\] World Heritage Sites Shir... 7h 20m 9.6/10 64 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~£48~~£42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/regular-sightseeing-bus-world-heritage-shirakawa-go-and-gokayama-ainokura.a46197483.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![From Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Wood Carving Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47179305/ffa86ae6-fdbe-4069-b5ee-165ce0cc14ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Wood Carving Village 9h 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-cultural-tour-from-kanazawa.a47179305.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46373382/867ac20c-45b3-471a-aa78-e8a0ac77dfff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago 9h 9.6/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £129 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-takayama-tour-explore-scenic-takayama-and-shirakawago.a46373382.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48267757/aefcc664-0db1-4900-b1b0-4b193495f453.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour 1d 10/10 41 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £107 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-samurai-matcha-gardens-and-geisha-full-day-tour.a48267757.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47840140/410e2832-69d5-4c1c-85d8-c3a552702dcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO 1d 9.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-traditional-kimono-rental-experience-at-wargo.a47840140.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Full-Day Tour from Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46534150/9770337d-c69e-43f8-8885-d1db25fa9664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Tour from Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha 9h 10/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-tour-from-kanazawa-samurai-matcha-gardens-and-geisha.a46534150.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Colours of Kanazawa (Traditional Crafts and Gardens)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50907617/3db7a014-9b64-49b9-ac38-0527f64fc4e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Colours of Kanazawa (Traditional Crafts and Gardens) 3h Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/colours-of-kanazawa-traditional-crafts-and-gardens.a50907617.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![1-Day Shirakawago & Takayama Tour (Return from Kanazawa)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47282392/19029f0e-24f2-4566-bffb-696daff5d176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Shirakawago & Takayama Tour (Return from Kanazawa) 10h Free cancellation available £153 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-shirakawago-takayama-tour-return-from-kanazawa.a47282392.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![1 Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46550502/a3d8b956-6d6a-4f1a-8af8-0b9e1b44a551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago 8h 8.4/10 21 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £430 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-private-charter-tour-to-takayama-and-shirakawago.a46550502.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Private Shore Tour Half Day of Kanazawa Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50812701/42da5367-8610-4a84-a85c-a54b1118dcb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Shore Tour Half Day of Kanazawa Highlights 4h £76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-shore-tour-half-day-of-kanazawa-highlights.a50812701.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 42 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![1 Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46550502/a3d8b956-6d6a-4f1a-8af8-0b9e1b44a551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago 8h 8.4/10 21 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £430 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-private-charter-tour-to-takayama-and-shirakawago.a46550502.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Private Shore Tour Half Day of Kanazawa Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50812701/42da5367-8610-4a84-a85c-a54b1118dcb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Shore Tour Half Day of Kanazawa Highlights 4h £76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-shore-tour-half-day-of-kanazawa-highlights.a50812701.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Private walking Tour: A Kanazawa Garden Exploration](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48848233/7bebc211-ab64-4c19-baa3-0869d32353fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private walking Tour: A Kanazawa Garden Exploration 4h Free cancellation available £176 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/natures-symphony-a-kanazawa-garden-exploration.a48848233.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Private Tour Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Hida Furukawa,Takayama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400869/0c11fca7-6091-4f75-ad4c-d3f3bafd715f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Hida Furukawa,Takayama 9h 9.8/10 46 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £526 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-kanazawa-shirakawago-hida-furukawa-takayama.a1400869.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Private walking Tour of Kanazawa's Historical Districts 4h](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48917196/6f9cd2ea-2151-445c-8c7e-73725897187f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private walking Tour of Kanazawa's Historical Districts 4h 4h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £176 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-private-tour-of-the-historical-districts-in-kanazawa.a48917196.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa Like a Local: Customised Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401137/5f2fa26e-ce0e-41e4-a47b-0f5f89114d1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa Like a Local: Customised Private Tour 6h 10/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £75 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-like-a-local-customised-private-tour.a1401137.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa to Shirakawago to Takayama: English Speaking Driver Only](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45671806/0472e4aa-10b5-47f6-ba11-e909e396bbc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa to Shirakawago to Takayama: English Speaking Driver Only 7h Free cancellation available £448 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shirakawago-takayama-drivingtour-english-speaking-driver-kanazawa-to-takayama.a45671806.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa Half Day Tour (Private Guide)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400882/d8d405f6-bc53-4c60-b4e4-cb7b0e4a3e9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa Half Day Tour (Private Guide) 4h 9.8/10 47 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £195 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-half-day-tour-private-guide.a1400882.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa’s Timeless Culture Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46911904/c69ca310-f8dc-4edf-957c-aa00f755307b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa’s Timeless Culture Private Tour 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £536 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawas-timeless-culture-private-tour.a46911904.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Private transfer Kanazawa to Takayama Including Shirakawago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400960/07977ac2-0e22-4821-af1f-811bba45eb0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private transfer Kanazawa to Takayama Including Shirakawago 5h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £396 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-takayama-one-way-including-shirakawago-private-tour.a1400960.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Kanazawa Private 3 Hour Bar Hopping Tour with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49755975/509468aa-2528-4648-875b-3149537ae290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa Private 3 Hour Bar Hopping Tour with Local Guide 3h Free cancellation available £180 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-private-3-hour-bar-hopping-tour-with-local-guide.a49755975.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa Night Foodie Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49339236/01cecd3d-b1cd-46fc-b38e-6af23d6c4501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa Night Foodie Tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available £106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-night-foodie-tour.a49339236.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Kanazawa: 2-Hour Private Tour of Omicho Market with Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49752442/cb14a8a1-3c57-4298-9935-5f6587dfedaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa: 2-Hour Private Tour of Omicho Market with Tastings 2h Free cancellation available £127 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-2-hour-private-tour-of-omicho-market-with-tastings.a49752442.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Taste of Kanazawa (Food tasting in Omicho Market & Higashi Chaya)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48970191/bca675cc-a2fb-4f82-ad06-0703527ea576.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taste of Kanazawa (Food tasting in Omicho Market & Higashi Chaya) 2h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taste-of-kanazawa-food-tasting-in-omicho-market-higashi-chaya.a48970191.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343158/d76bbdf3-ae7a-4a05-b173-1616af11a9ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes 2h 30m 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £72 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washoku-and-sushi-making-class-in-kanazawa.a46343158.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Ring making experience　 Completed in about 1 hour!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2881045/d4c1ad8a-2e78-499c-be3f-0987f9e067d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ring making experience Completed in about 1 hour! 1h 9.8/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hand-made-experience-of-the-ring-that-is-finished-in-about-20-minutes-with-a-gift-of-commemorative-photo.a2881045.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ![Auspicious Kumiko Traditional Woodcraft Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49953194/44219236-4015-45f5-8eee-b5a6ef5e2a53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Auspicious Kumiko Traditional Woodcraft Experience 1h Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auspicious-kumiko-traditional-woodcraft-experience.a49953194.activity-details?&rid=9299&location=Kanazawa&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Kanazawa | Number of things to do | 83 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Moon](/things-to-do/selfie-experience-in-kanazawa-moon-plan.a47902054.activity-details): £17 | | Top 5 things to do | [Departing from Takayama \[Regular sightseeing bus\] World Heritage Sites Shir...](/things-to-do/regular-sightseeing-bus-world-heritage-shirakawa-go-and-gokayama-ainokura.a46197483.activity-details)[Nostalgic Shirakawa-go AM Bus Tour](/things-to-do/shirakawa-go-and-gold-leaf-experiencepm-tour-from-takayama.a2396495.activity-details)[Kanazawa:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO](/things-to-do/kanazawa-traditional-kimono-rental-experience-at-wargo.a47840140.activity-details)[Nostalgic Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa 1-Day Tour](/things-to-do/shirakawa-go-takayama-1-day-tour-from-kanazawa.a2164514.activity-details)[kimono rental : JPY 6,050\~](/things-to-do/kimono-rental-jpy-3800.a2469623.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [kimono rental : JPY 6,050\~](/things-to-do/kimono-rental-jpy-3800.a2469623.activity-details)[Kanazawa kimono walking plan](/things-to-do/kanazawa-kimono-walking-plan.a2982654.activity-details)[Colours of Kanazawa (Traditional Crafts and Gardens)](/things-to-do/colours-of-kanazawa-traditional-crafts-and-gardens.a50907617.activity-details)[Kanazawa Night Tour with Local Meal and Drinks](/things-to-do/kanazawa-night-tour-with-local-meal-and-drinks.a1400962.activity-details)[Taste of Kanazawa (Food tasting in Omicho Market & Higashi Chaya)](/things-to-do/taste-of-kanazawa-food-tasting-in-omicho-market-higashi-chaya.a48970191.activity-details) | | With kids | [Departing from Takayama \[Regular sightseeing bus\] World Heritage Sites Shir...](/things-to-do/regular-sightseeing-bus-world-heritage-shirakawa-go-and-gokayama-ainokura.a46197483.activity-details)[Nostalgic Shirakawa-go AM Bus Tour](/things-to-do/shirakawa-go-and-gold-leaf-experiencepm-tour-from-takayama.a2396495.activity-details)[Nostalgic Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa 1-Day Tour](/things-to-do/shirakawa-go-takayama-1-day-tour-from-kanazawa.a2164514.activity-details)[From Nagoya: Takayama & Shirakawa-go Day Trip with Hida Pork Lunch](/things-to-do/nagoya-takayama-shirakawa-go-day-trip-with-hida-pork-lunch.a50480184.activity-details)[Shirakawago and Kanazawa from Kanazawa](/things-to-do/shirakawago-and-kanazawa-from-kanazawa.a51073140.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kanazawa --- ### Popular places to visit ![Omicho Market](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/500000/500243-omicho-market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Omicho Market 4.5/5(11 reviews) During your visit to Kanazawa, you can do some window-shopping at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Omicho-Market-Kanazawa.d553248621526921389.Attraction) ![Kenrokuen Garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499576-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kenrokuen Garden 4.5/5(17 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kenrokuen-Garden-Downtown-Kanazawa.d6102732.Attraction) ![Kanazawa Castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499563-kanazawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa Castle 4.5/5(13 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Castle-Kanazawa.d6102730.Attraction) ![21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499463-21st-century-museum-of-contemporary-art.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art 4.5/5(6 reviews) You can study the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Nagamachi District. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops. 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