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2 days · Kanazawa itinerary

Kanazawa in 2 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Two days in Kanazawa cover the city and mountains. Here is how to spend two perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Kenrokuen & castle
  2. 2Chaya
  3. 3Shirakawa-go
  4. 4Market

Day 1: the city

Kenrokuen, the castle and Chaya.

Day 2: Shirakawa-go

The thatched mountain village.

The market

Omicho Market seafood.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Kanazawa — prices per person.

Explore Kanazawa Half Day Private Tour with Local Nurse
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Explore Kanazawa Half Day Private Tour with Local Nurse
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from$227/ person
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Takayama and Shirakawago/Photoshoot by professional photographer
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Takayama and Shirakawago/Photoshoot by professional photographer
5.0(69)·8–9 hours
from$505/ person
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Photoshoot session by professional photographer in Kanazawa
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Photoshoot session by professional photographer in Kanazawa
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from$129/ person
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Tsukiji Fish Market: Street Food Tour with Tasting
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Tsukiji Fish Market: Street Food Tour with Tasting
5.0(86)·1h 30min
from$65/ person
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Private Tour of Shirakawago from Kanazawa (Half Day)
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Private Tour of Shirakawago from Kanazawa (Half Day)
5.0(27)·4 hours
from$256/ person
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Kanazawa private half day/Photoshoot by professional photographer
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Kanazawa private half day/Photoshoot by professional photographer
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from$145/ person
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Kanazawa Highlights: Garden, Castle, Samurai & Geisha+Taxi
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Kanazawa Highlights: Garden, Castle, Samurai & Geisha+Taxi
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Private transfer Kanazawa to Takayama Including Shirakawago
Kanazawa
Private transfer Kanazawa to Takayama Including Shirakawago
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from$383/ person
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Kanazawa in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Kanazawa?
Two days let you explore the city and take a Shirakawa-go mountain trip.
What are the best day trips from Kanazawa?
Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Takayama in the mountains.
How do I plan a 2-day Kanazawa itinerary?
Spend day one in the city and day two at Shirakawa-go.

Explore more in Kanazawa

Kenrokuen GardenGeisha DistrictsKanazawa CastleSamurai DistrictGold Leaf & CraftsFood & Market