Historical Himeji will entice you
Come and experience Himeji and its history, temples and culture. This city's hot springs, theme park and parks draw many visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, romantic stay or trip with friends, holiday rentals offer features like full kitchens and laundry facilities for a more convenient stay.
Activities and attractions in Himeji
Do you want to discover attractions to see during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that Himeji has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Himeji Tegarayama Amusement Park (6.5 mi / 10.5 km)
- Himeji City Aquarium (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Himeji City Zoo (8 mi / 12.9 km)
- Sonoda Racecourse (9.3 mi / 14.9 km)
- Taiyo Park (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- Himeji Central Park (12 mi / 19.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Himeji
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Himeji is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Koko-en Garden (7.9 mi / 12.7 km)
- Himeji Central Park (12 mi / 19.3 km)
- Ako Kaihin Park (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
- Shiota Onsen (15.1 mi / 24.4 km)
- Sunflower Hill Park (20.9 mi / 33.7 km)
- Mikiyama General Park (21.4 mi / 34.5 km)
How to get to and around Himeji
The nearest airport is in Kobe (UKB), located 35.5 mi (57.1 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.), which is 41.2 mi (66.3 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Hiramatsu Station, Sanyoaboshi Station and Sanyotenma Station are the main stations in the area.