Kamakura travel guide
Kamakura Tourism | Kamakura Guide
You're Going to Love Kamakura
With a population of 166 016, Kamakura is a must-see destination in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Kamakura deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Kamakura
If you’re looking for affordable options, 朝食 喜心 鎌倉 (佐助 1-12-9) and シェ ケンタロウ (大船1丁目12-18-3f) are great picks.
When to visit Kamakura
How to Get to Kamakura
Plane
Although Kamakura doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 47 km from Kamakura. The shortest flight to Kamakura from India departs from Ahmedabad and takes around 19h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Kamakura is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 46 km from Kamakura. You’ll find branches of Relax Rent A Car and Europcar, among others, in Tokyo.
Airlines serving Kamakura
Where to stay in Kamakura
Average rates range from around ₹ 10,997 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 20,618 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Plage yuigahama and Good Morning Zaimokuza.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kamakura
Most booked hotels in Kamakura
Hiring a car in Kamakura
Expect to pay ₹ 94 per litre in Kamakura (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,132 and ₹ 1,509. Mini (Suzuki Wagon R or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kamakura, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.