Why people love visiting arty Saitama
Come and experience Saitama and its museums, temples and monuments. This city's parks, art and zoo draw many visitors. Tokyo Dome and Tokyo Skytree are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Saitama
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Saitama a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Shirakobato Water Park (6.8 mi / 11 km)
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter (8 mi / 12.9 km)
- Arakawa Yuen (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Namco Namja Town (10 mi / 16.2 km)
- Sunshine Aquarium (10.1 mi / 16.3 km)
- Soka Park (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Saitama
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Saitama is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (12.7 mi / 20.5 km)
- Tokyo Bay (28.5 mi / 45.9 km)
- Omiya Park (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Toda Rowing Course (4.6 mi / 7.4 km)
- Toneri Park (8.4 mi / 13.4 km)
- Shakujii Park (8.9 mi / 14.3 km)
Transport to and around Saitama
The nearest airport is in Tokyo (HND-Haneda), located 23 mi (36.9 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Tokyo (NRT-Narita Intl.), which is 42.1 mi (67.7 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Urawa Station, Nakaurawa station and Minami-Yono Station are the main stations in the area.