Kanazawa Private Tour
Kanazawa Private Tour
At the time indicated, we'll pick you up from your hotel or meet at the tourist information centre in Kanazawa to start this tour with a private guide.
Our first stop will be Kanazawa train station. Its unusual wooden entranceway is a perfect example of unique Japanese architecture. Then, we'll head to Omicho Market, which has been supplying the city with local produce since the Edo period. We'll see its fish, seafood, fruit and vegetable, and sweet treat stalls. Yummy!
Following this we'll travel to Higashi Chaya, famous for being the most popular geisha neighbourhood in Japan. We'll admire its traditional tea houses and stroll around its beautiful streets. Afterwards, we'll see Kanazawa Castle, built in the 16th century by Toshiee Maeda, founder of the Maeda clan. In the western part of the fort, you can find the Gyokusen’inmaru, a charming Japanese garden where the Maeda used to have tea celebrations.
Our next stop will be Oyama Shrine, a Shinto shrine that's also connected to the Maeda clan. From here, we'll head to the Kenrokuen Gardens, considered to be one of the top 3 most beautiful Japanese gardens in the country. We'll stroll around its lakes, paths and bridges, marvelling at the beauty of its plants and flowers. You'll love it!
Then, we'll walk to the district of Nagamachi, where the samurais used to live. Discover all about these Japanese warriors from the 12th to 19th century. It will be like travelling back in time.
Last but not least, our final stop will be the Nishi Chaya District. This is another world-famous geisha neighbourhood, full of 2-storey quaint wooden buildings and tea houses. At night time, you'll hear stringed instruments play traditional melodies in the streets here. How magical!
After around 8 hours, we'll take you back to the starting point. See you again soon!
Meeting Point
This tour offers pickup from hotels within 3 km (1 mile) of Kanazawa train station. If your hotel is further away, you can meet us at the tourist information centre, by the sumo wrestling poster, inside the train station.
Advantages of A Private Tour
By booking a private tour, a personal guide will accompany you, and you'll be able to customise your itinerary, travel at your own pace, and even save money if you're travelling in a larger group!
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Private tour, there won't be anyone else in the group
Not included
Admission to sites mentioned
Food
Transport
When to book?
You can book up until 15 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
Provider
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Joisjo
Corporate name: Jorge Sarur Casillas
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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