What to do in Sado

Activities, attractions and tours

Sado
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Sado Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Sado has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Sado is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Sado to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Sado Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Sado

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2
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Sado Island Highlights: 3-Hour Bike Tour: CA $117
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Sado

Discover the most popular places to visit in Sado

Sado Steamship

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

Sado Steamship

Sawada Beach

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

Sawada Beach

Sado Gold Mine

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

Sado Gold Mine

Futatsugame Beach

Why not spend a carefree 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

Sado Nishimikawa Gold Park

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sado Nishimikawa Gold Park during your trip to Sado. Amble around the area's forest or visit its temples.

Sado Nishimikawa Gold Park

Toki no Mori Park

Why not meet the animals who call Toki no Mori Park home during your trip to Sado? Wander the forest and marina while you're in the area.

Toki no Mori Park

Sado Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Sado Museum in Sado. Amble around the area's forest or visit its temples.

Sado Museum

Nanaura Beach

Why not spend a carefree 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

Senkaku-wan Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Senkaku-wan Bay during your travels in Sado. Wander the forest and marina while you're in the area.

Senkaku-wan Bay

 

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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.