Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Kanazawa to the max with the best things to do in Kanazawa with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!
Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Kanazawa to the max with the best things to do in Kanazawa with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!
Always private. It's just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.
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Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.
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Top 10 things to do in Kanazawa
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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Kanazawa
126 reviews
3 hours | City highlights tours | Kanazawa
Want to see the best of Kanazawa? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Kanazawa!
Ready to taste the best food in Kanazawa? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Kanazawa.
Welcome to Kõrinbõ in Kanazawa! Want to know the best places to eat? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Get the perfect introduction to the city on this private tour with a local and start your city trip on the right foot.
Escape the crowds and reconnect with nature! Stroll along a peaceful canal, pass through lush fruit plantations, and uncover hidden temples and secret gardens.
tranquil treasures waiting to be explored.
Crafting Tradition: An Immersive Artisans Tour of Kanazawa
146 reviews
4 hours | art-&-culture-tours | Kanazawa
Get ready to discover the heart and soul of Kanazawa through its rich tradition of craftsmanship. This exclusive tour offers an intimate glimpse into the world of local artisans, where centuries-old techniques meet modern creativity.
Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of culture, history, and beauty as we explore all of Kanazawa's captivating highlights in just one unforgettable day. From ancient wonders to modern marvels, join us for a journey that encapsulates the heart and soul of this enchanting city.
Walk through Kanazawa's most photogenic spots with your local host, from the golden-hued teahouses of Higashi Chaya to the bold curves of the 21st Century Museum. You will leave with stunning photos worthy of your next Instagram or TikTok post and a deeper understanding of this beautifully preserved city.
Kanazawa has samurai streets, geisha quarters, one of Japan's three great gardens, world-class contemporary art, and some of the freshest seafood in the country. Tell your local guide what matters most to you, and they will build a four-hour walk around exactly that.
See far more of Kanazawa in a morning by covering it the way locals do, on two wheels. Your host links the samurai quarter, the geisha district, and Omicho market on an easy ride through backstreets and along the river.
"Selda was wonderful! A true steward of Kanazawa! I do not hestiate to recommend her services for any touring needs of the area. She was very knowledgable and attentive our the requests of touring the city in 3 hours, and it was a very hot day! "
"We had a fantastic time with Selda! For context, my husband was resistant to the idea of having a tour guide, and my kids were overdue for a nap. And we still had an amazing time because Selda is that good. Her help in navigating the food market and exploring the city were invaluable and we revisited several things she showed us in the next few days. I would 100% book with her again. "
"Wonderful walking tour with guide Monse. She created a walking tour for us based upon our interests and preferences. We learned so much and enjoyed the time with her very much. She even sent us suggestions and information to help us plan for afterwards the tour. :)
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"Lucy was a great guide, taking us to an artisan ceramics factory we never would have had access to, plus an area with cute little art shops, and the food msrket, and the geisha area...all the while explaining what it is like to live in Kanazawa. She herself is an artist. We're rooting for her to get back to it."
"I took a Highlights & Hidden Treasures of Kanazawa Tour with Selda this morning and would not hesitate to recommend the tour with her. She effortlessly adapted the tour for our needs and preferences, but most importantly she was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. We learnt so many interesting things about Kanazawa Castle, the Oyama shrine and what it might have been like to be a samurai during the Edo period in Japan. "
"Lucy created a great day for us. Communication was great. She had a wealth of information to share regarding culture and history of the area. I would highly recommend here. "
"Selda was super friendly and knowledgeable - lots of fun facts for the kids and finding some good snacks when we needed a rest. Would highly recommend booking a tour with Selda!"
"Had an excellent personalised samurai and orientation tour of Kanazawa greatest evening. Monse was lovely and had a real insight into japan and japanese culture from living and studying here. Thoroughly recommended"
"Selda gave us a tour of city with stops in all four corners. She was very knowledgeable in the history of city as well as contemporary culture. Highly recommend "
"Lucy is the best! Extensive knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a desire to show as much as possible. We spent 3 hours exploring most interesting places. Time flew and although there was a fair amount of walking we knew we seeing and hearing something special - Lucy doesn’t just regurgitate facts about history but puts her own warm personal touch on them with a depth of feeling that is difficult to describe. Highly appreciated and highly recommended!"
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