Head to the adventurous city of Odawara
The area's festivals and history are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Odawara. Travelers to this relaxing city praise the seaside, hot springs and spas. Gotemba Premium Outlets and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Odawara
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Odawara a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hakone Kowakien Yunessun (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
- Hakone Gora Park (6.1 mi / 9.9 km)
- Oiso Long Beach (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
- Manazuru Peninsula (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)
- Daihakone Country Club (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
- Hakone-en Aquarium (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Odawara
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Odawara is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Lake Ashi (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Odawara Castle Park (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Odawara Wanpaku Land (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- Tenzan Onsen (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
- Hakone Open Air Museum (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Chisuji Falls (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
Transportation to and around Odawara
Fly into Oshima Airport (OIM), the closest airport, located 35.5 mi (57.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Haneda Airport (HND), which is 40.7 mi (65.5 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Isaida Station, Midorichō Station and Ashigara Station are the main stations that serve the city. You might consider catching a ride on the metro at Kamonomiya Station for ease of access to the rest of the city.