Shuri Castle
Shuri 2.5 hrs
Explore the reconstructed Ryukyu Kingdom royal palace.
Where to stay
Hotels in Naha
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Japanese and Okinawan
Local currency
JPY
(JPY)
Local time
(GMT+9)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Kokusai Dori area
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Okinawa Soba
Goya Champuru
Rafute
Sata Andagi
When to visit Naha
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: April, October
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan70
Mild, pleasant, sunny
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Feb75
Mild, pleasant, sunny
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Mar80
Warm, pleasant, blooming
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Apr85
Warm, ideal beach weather
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May70
Hot, start of rainy season
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Jun60
Hot, humid, heavy rain
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Jul65
Hot, humid, typhoon risk
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Aug65
Hot, humid, typhoon risk
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Sept70
Hot, less rain, typhoon risk
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Oct85
Warm, pleasant, sunny
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Nov80
Mild, pleasant, sunny
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Dec75
Mild, pleasant, sunny
Things to do in Naha
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Makishi Public Market
Downtown Naha 1.5 hrs
Experience a lively local market with fresh seafood and Okinawan delicacies.
Shikina-en Garden
Shuri 1.5 hrs
Wander through a beautiful traditional Ryukyuan landscape garden.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Kokusai Dori (International Street)
Downtown Naha 3 hrs
Stroll Naha's bustling main street with shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
Naminoue Beach
Naminoue 2 hrs
Relax at Naha's urban beach adjacent to a cliffside shrine.
Tsuboya Yachimun Street
Tsuboya 1 hr
Discover traditional Okinawan pottery workshops and shops.
Any time of day
2 places
Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum
Omoromachi 2 hrs
Delve into Okinawa's history, culture, and natural environment.
Fukushu-en Garden
Kume 1 hr
Enjoy a tranquil Chinese-style garden, a symbol of Naha's sister city ties.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Naha
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
NAHA Snorkeling Boat Trip (Afternoon Half-day )
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Standard tour
Okinawa Local Experience and Sunset Cycling Tour
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Standard tour
Cycling Experience in the Historic City of Urasoe
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Unstructured tour
Okinawa E-bike Rental (Sporty Type)
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Unstructured tour
Okinawa E-bike Rental (CityCycle Type)
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Standard tour
Okinawa Hip-hop Bus A Course Tour｜Churaumi Aqualium,Kori Island
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Activity tour
Kerama Islands National Park Experience Diving and Snorkeling
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Standard tour
Zodiac Shrines and Naha Backstreets Cycling Tour
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Practical ratings
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Near Naha
Straight-line distance from the centre of Naha.
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