Kanazawa: Historical Walking Tour with Kenrokuen Ticket
ID: GYG1121224-1721051
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle on a guided tour. Discover the history of the Kaga Domain and learn about the connection between the garden and the castle.
Step into the heart of Kanazawa's feudal power on a walking tour of its two most magnificent landmarks. Begin at Kenrokuen Garden, globally celebrated as one of Japan's Three Great Gardens. Here, every meticulously designed vista is a work of art.
Led by a local expert in a small group, uncover the profound, hidden link between the garden and the majestic exterior of Kanazawa Castle. Learn how Kenrokuen once served as the private outer retreat of the feudal lord, and how its exquisite landscape design and the castle's restored architecture together tell the epic story of the powerful Kaga Domain.
Move beyond simple sightseeing, offering historical context and revealing details often missed by solo visitors, enriching your understanding of Japan's heritage.
Highlights
- Discover the beauty of Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens
- Learn about the history of the Kaga Domain from a local guide
- Explore the majestic exterior of Kanazawa Castle and its architecture
- Uncover the hidden link between the garden and the castle
- Enjoy a small-group tour for a more personalized experience
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you arrive late, the tour cannot be extended.
The tour may end slightly before or after the specified time. If you have plans or anything scheduled right after the tour, please let us know beforehand.
Weather Conditions : Tours may be canceled in the event of severe weather warnings issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Health & Physical Conditions : If you require special attention regarding physical difficulties during the tour, please inform us in advance. Otherwise, you may not be able to join the tour.
Meet your guide at in front of the tourist information at "Katsura-zaka Gate" (next to the coin lockers). Your guide will have a green signboard saying "Japan Wonder Travel".
※Kenrokuen Garden has several entrance gates. Please make sure to come to the "Katsura-zaka Gate."
※The tourist information center is a small wooden hut next to the coin lockers.
INCLUDED
- English-speaking local guide
- Entrance fee to Kenrokuen
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance fee for Kanazawa Castle.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
