What to do in Sado

Activities, attractions and tours

Sado
Sado
小仏峠より真野湾を望む
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小倉千枚田 Full of small rice paddy
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竜王洞 Cave
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What to do in Sado

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Sado Steamship

Explore the waterfront in Sado with a trip to Sado Steamship. Amble around the area's forests or visit its temples.

Sado Steamship

Sado Gold Mine

Explore the great outdoors at Sado Gold Mine, a lovely green space in Sado. Amble around the area's forests or visit its temples.

Sado Gold Mine

Sawada Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sawada Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sado. Discover the area's museums and temples.

Sawada Beach

Sado Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sado Museum during your trip to Sado. Amble around the area's forests or visit its temples.

Sado Museum

Sado History and Traditional Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sado History and Traditional Museum in Sado. Amble around the area's forests or visit its temples.

Sado History and Traditional Museum

Futatsugame Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Futatsugame Beach during your travels in Sado? Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Futatsugame Beach

Toki no Mori Park

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Toki no Mori Park home during your travels in Sado? Wander the forests and marina while you're in the area.

Toki no Mori Park

Nanaura Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Nanaura Beach during your travels in Sado? Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Nanaura Beach

Sado-Koku Ogi Folk Culture Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sado-Koku Ogi Folk Culture Museum during your trip to Shukunegi. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Sado-Koku Ogi Folk Culture Museum

Day trip destinations from Sado

Senmaida Rice paddy terrace Wajima Ishikawa Japan. Senmaida is the valley of 1,000 rice paddies in Wajima Japan.

Wajima

Japan, Ishikawa Prefecture, Suzu City, Mitsuke Island

Suzu

Frequently asked questions

Is Sado worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Sado is visit Sawada Beach. Check this major sight off your agenda, then experience more of the area's coastal beaches and camping.
How do I spend a day in Sado?
Begin your day with a visit to Sado Steamship and Sawada Beach. Then, explore different areas of Sado for local dining and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sado?
Sawada Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Sado and should feature high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Sado?
Three days is enough for a quick getaway to Sado — you'll hit the main sights and get a good feel for the local vibe. But if you truly want to soak it all in, stay for at least a week or more to discover some hidden gems too.
What are some activities to do in Sado with kids?
If you're searching for sights and activities for all the family, check out these fabulous ideas for what to do in Sado with kids.
What to do in Sado for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Sado, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Sado Museum or Sado Magistrate's Office.
Are there free things to do in Sado?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Sado is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can visit without reaching into your pocket. Sawada Beach is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.