The short version of Kanazawa is Kenrokuen, the castle park, Higashi Chaya and Omicho, all within walking distance of each other. Add the 21st Century Museum if you have a spare hour; the swimming pool installation is the bit everyone photographs.
Experience the hidden gems of Kanazawa with a local guide. Discover the city's secrets in just half a day. Don't miss out, book your personalized tour now!
Most Popular★ 5.0“Incredible way to see Kanazawa. Our guide Megumi was very nice and incredibly knowledgeable. Made the entire tour fun, and kept a great conversation the whole time.”
★★★★★★★★★★
116 reviewsFrom $66.83
Discover Kanazawa’s highlights with a guided walking tour, exploring historic districts, gardens, markets, and cultural spots for an authentic experience.
★ 4.8“We had an excellent tour with Yu Noda. He was interesting, engaging and gave us lots of information and stories. A really good afternoon, which I'd recommend. He also helped us with restaurant recommendations and booking after the tour, especially helpful as it was a…”
★★★★★★★★★★
113 reviews2 - 4 hoursFrom $48by Made in Nippon
Discover the ancient art of the samurai in Kanazawa! Immerse yourself in the vibrant Omicho Market and experience the rich cultural heritage of this captivating town. Book now for 2023!
★ 5.0“Our tour guide, Yuri, was sweet, flexible and knowledgeable. She showed us some of the more hidden places of Kanazawa, including a traditional lunch restaurant and a quaint spot for afternoon coffee and tea. We even managed to watch a local parade and learned to…”
★★★★★★★★★★
46 reviewsFrom $171.73by Trip Designer Inc.
Discover Kanazawa’s hidden gems and iconic sights on a personalized walking tour with a local guide. Perfect for cultural explorers and history buffs.
★ 4.8“We liked Iku who was well organisée and knowledgeable”
★★★★★★★★★★
42 reviews2 - 8 hoursFrom $64by City Unscripted
Explore Kanazawa with a private local guide, from samurai lanes and geisha quarters to Omicho Market, with a route shaped around your interests.
★ 4.8“Jorge was a great guide and showed us all the places we wanted to see!! The weather wasn't kind to us but didn't stop us from enjoying the tour!!”
★★★★★★★★★★
22 reviews4 hoursFrom $95.99
Explore Kanazawa’s top sights with a private guide on this 7-hour tour featuring gardens, historic districts, a castle, and local markets for an authentic experience.
★ 5.0“This was an awesome seven hour tour of Central Kanazawa. We got to tour the Higashiyama-Chaya district as well as the old samurai house and Kanazawa Castle. We saw several beautiful gardens, including the one next to the castle, whiRead more”
★★★★★★★★★★
19 reviewsFrom $197.06by Hello Guide
Discover the hidden gems of Kanazawa with our private chauffeur sightseeing tour. Explore the city's must-sees with an English speaking driver, and make unforgettable memories.
★ 5.0“Our driver Waka went above and beyond. Not only did he bring us to each destination quickly and comfortably, he also personally guided us around certain sites such as Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden, providing extra information and context to our visit to Kanazawa.”
★★★★★★★★★★
7 reviewsFrom $430.01by Japan Guide Agency
Witness the cultural charms of Kanazawa on this private tailored highlights tour, where a knowledgeable local guide unveils the city's renowned sights and hidden gems.
★ 5.0“The Kanazawa highlights is a perfect name for this tour, I got to see most of the major attractions in the area and got a lot of in depth knowledge/history. Lucy was great and super accommodating. Would absolutely recommend this tour, but be prepared to…”
★★★★★★★★★★
5 reviewsFrom $124.65by Lucy
Explore Kanazawa’s samurai past, castle, garden, market and Zen museum on a seven-hour private tour with an English-speaking guide.
★ 5.0“Kayo was kind, extremely knowledgeable and very prepared. Kayo's English comprehension and communication skills are fantastic! She increased focus on areas that she realized we had specific interest in. She had great restaurant suggestions for lunch. We feelvthe value of the tour with her was…”
★★★★★★★★★★
4 reviews7 hoursFrom $346.85
Discover Kanazawa’s top sights with an expert guide on a 3-4 hour walking tour, blending history, gardens, and traditional districts for an authentic experience.
★ 5.01 reviewsFrom $42.00by WANDER Japan
Offering a glimpse into Kanazawa's captivating cultural legacy, the Must-See Spots Full Day Tour unveils the city's historic charm and natural beauty.
From $161.77by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)