Shizuoka Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Fuji mountain with sunrise sky, close up snow capped mount fuji.
A river flowing through a town with a mountain in the background.
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Our guide on where to stay in Shizuoka

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A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall, a wooden bridge, and a calm river.

Aoi Ward

Travellers like the mountain views in Aoi Ward, and Oi River is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A beach with waves, a mountain, and a clear sky.

Shimizu Ward

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Shimizu Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Miho Beach or S-Pulse Dream Plaza.

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing onto the beach.
Photo by Kosugi Taichirou
Open Photo by Kosugi Taichirou

Suruga Ward

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Suruga Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Shizuoka City Serizawa Keisuke Art Museum or Mochimune Fishing Port.

Hotel Associa Shizuoka

Hotel Associa Shizuoka

4 out of 5
56 Kurogane-cho, Aoi-ku Shizuoka Shizuoka-ken
The price is AU$103 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$103
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,088 reviews)
"Great hotel. Service top notch, friendly. Breakfast buffet was very good. Room was very good - quiet and clean with a comfortable bed, blackout blinds."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Hotel Associa Shizuoka
Apa Hotel Shizuoka Ekikita

Apa Hotel Shizuoka Ekikita

3 out of 5
Aoi ku, showa cho 4-5 Shizuoka Shizuoka
The price is AU$62 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$62
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (671 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean , room was more spacious than the photos. Staff always helpful and knowledgeable. Location of the hotel was convenient for walking around the city. Hotel offers onsite self service laundry which is absolutely helpful when traveling!!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Apa Hotel Shizuoka Ekikita
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Shizuoka Ekinan

Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Shizuoka Ekinan

3 out of 5
13-21 Minamicho Suruga-ku Shizuoka Shizuoka
The price is AU$82 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$82
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this hotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Shizuoka City Museum of Art and Shin-Shizuoka ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
"Everything was great. We will go back."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Shizuoka Ekinan
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Nihon Iro

Nihon Iro

3 out of 5
1F HUTPARK Mochimune Shizuoka Shizuoka
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mochimune Fishing Port and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Living in a whole house. Huge space for visitors Traditional Japanese pajamas is provided. Nice to experience traditional Japanese living. Great breakfast! Its workers come to your house and make breakfast in front of you. Never imagine in past. Free hot spring close by. Friendly employees Quiet ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Nihon Iro
'Ulalena

'Ulalena

4.5 out of 5
2729 Miho Shimizu Ward Shizuoka Shizuoka
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tokai University Marine Science Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Great staff, great food, great location, exceptionally spaciousand wonderful"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

'Ulalena
Machidori 456 Entire building for rent A 50yearold Japanese modern style traditional house in / Shizuoka Shizuoka

Machidori 456 Entire building for rent A 50yearold Japanese modern style traditional house in / Shizuoka Shizuoka

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Stay at this holiday home in Shizuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions The Shida House and Old Igarashi Dental Clinic are located ...
Machidori 456 Entire building for rent A 50yearold Japanese modern style traditional house in / Shizuoka Shizuoka
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Stay near popular Shizuoka attractions

Sunpu Castle

9.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Shizuoka when you stop by Sunpu Castle. Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.
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Activities

Japan: Hidden Gems of Itoshima One Day Tour

Japan: Hidden Gems of Itoshima One Day Tour

AU$116
per traveller
Japan: Hidden Gems of Itoshima One Day Tour
Fuji City: Mt. Fuji E-Bike & Green Tea Master Tour

Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City

AU$179
per adult
Mt. Fuji Private Guided E-Bike Tour : Fuji City
All-about Mt. Fuji Short Tour from Shimizu Port

All-about Mt. Fuji Short Tour from Shimizu Port

AU$179
per adult
All-about Mt. Fuji Short Tour from Shimizu Port
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Cities near Shizuoka

A pebbly beach with clear water and gentle waves.

Numazu

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a beach, and a forested hillside.

Izu

A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and a clear sky.

Nishiizu

A mountain with a snow-capped peak, a body of water in the foreground, and a distant city skyline.

Yaizu

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