Omiya Travel Guide
Saitama
Popular places to visit
Omiya Park
Find a little bit of everything in this big park, from cherry blossoms to a folklore museum, a shrine and even a small zoo.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
Hikawa Shrine
Learn about the local history of Saitama when you spend time at Hikawa Shrine. Discover the area's museums and temples.
Saitama Super Arena
Just a short ride north of the city’s downtown, Tokyo’s premier entertainment and sports venue is one of the world’s largest indoor arenas.
Saitama Stadium 2002
Catch an event at Saitama Stadium 2002 during your trip to Saitama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Omiya Bonsai Art Museum
A collection of more than 120 masterpieces of one of Japan’s most unique art forms is well worth the visit from downtown Tokyo.
Things to do
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Historic Town of Kawagoe – Small town of Edo 3h Walking Tour
Kawagoe Walking: A Living Merchant Town — Streets, Sweets & Faith
Saitama: Coffee Roasting Experience and Hikawa Shrine Tour
Top hotels in Omiya
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Amazing location in the middle of all the action, restaurants, etc My kids loved it !"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"nice location with airport bus drop off and pick up"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Room had everything I needed for a 1 week solo stay in Tokyo. In house Lawson store, washing and vending machines were all great bonuses. Seemed really quiet for such a large hotel. Ideally situated for railway line and some great attractions like Edo-Tokyo museum. Would definitely stay here ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Très bel hotel et déjeuner très complet. Situé un peu trop loin des activités de Tokyo, mais accessible par métro. Personnel très accueillant. Belle chambre, mais manque de tiroir pour organiser notre séjour pour 4-5 nuits."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
APA HOTEL Roppongi Six
"Room was clean and efficient just very small to what I am use to"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
APA Hotel Shinjuku Kabukicho Tower
"The room is very very small. Also the area is very loud. Which I guess makes sense since it is in Kabukicho."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Omiya
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
Bonsaicho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bonsaicho and surrounding area, you can visit Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine.
Chuo Ward
While visiting Chuo Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Minuma Ward
Though Minuma Ward may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
