Niigata Airport is an international airport located less than 7 km away from Niigata in the northeast of Niigata Station, Japan. Although, it is an international airport, but still have second class category among the other airports of Japan. The airport is one famous destination for international visitors visiting the city for their vacations.

How to get around

Once landed at Niigata Airport, your next destination is the city where you are going to stay for the course of your vacations. Moreover, all the tourist attraction is located around the central city, and to move from one place to another, you need to select one transport mean that would help you with it. Although, Niigata has good public transport and taxi system, but none of them provide you liberty and comfort like your own car. To gain this kind of comfort, you can hire a car from Niigata Airport or from any other rental car companies providing services in the city.

Things to do

Once you have rented a car, you are ready to move around the city.

Visiting Cultural Places - Minatopia is one famous tourist attraction. It is actually a history museum from where you can learn about the city history and culture. Moreover, you can also visit the Northern Culture Museum, which is located in an extremely wealthy family home that was built in 1885. You can not only see the historical aspects of the city, but can also enjoy good quality food here as many good cafes and restaurants are also located in this place. This museum has great collections of art. The Nakano Residence is another art related museum located near the central city.
Nagoka Festival - If you are visiting at the start of August, you will be able to join this magnificent festival. This festival is famous for its finest and most beautiful firework.
Shinano River Cruise - It is another fun thing to do in Niigata. You can reach at this place via your rental car. However, it would be the best if you travel on water bus to see the spectacular scenery of Niigata city that travels around the Shinano River.
Shopping - Shopping is another thing that every tourist must do, and while visiting Niigata, you must not be worried about finding a good place to shop, as it has a pleasing shopping area.

Selecting this city of Japan is one wise decision to make. Once you are in the city and hired yourself a car, you can drive it all day long in the city, and at every turn you will experience a different kind of fun.