Okinawa
The warm months are good for swimming; typhoons are common in summer and autumn, so keep a spare day. Sights are spread out, so count the driving time.
Areas
Naha
Shuri Castle, Kokusai-dōri and the market
See "Naha" on Google MapsChatan · American Village
Seaside, shops, sunsets
See "Chatan · American Village" on Google MapsOnna
Beaches and resort hotels
See "Onna" on Google MapsMotobu Peninsula
Churaumi Aquarium
See "Motobu Peninsula" on Google MapsKouri Island
The sea bridge and beaches
See "Kouri Island" on Google Maps
Sample route
- Day 1Naha: Shuri Castle → Kokusai-dōri
- Day 2American Village in Chatan → the coast at Onna
- Day 3Churaumi Aquarium → Kouri Island
- Day 4Back to Naha (allow time to return the car and get to the airport)
Opening hours and ticket prices aren't listed here (they change often): open each place in Google Maps for the latest.
See a planned sample (Kyoto)Plan your own trip (after sign-up opens)