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The first prefectural park in Saitama, later expanded twice to become a very big park. There is a small zoo, swimming pool, amusement park, soccer field, museum and archery ground in the park, making it enjoyable for all ages. In the spring, many people enjoy cherry-blossom viewing there.
Ōmiya Park is a public park located 1 km (0.62 mi) northeast of Ōmiya Station and the most visited park in Saitama. The park encompasses a huge area of 67.9 ha and is famous for Japanese Red Pine forest and cherry blossoms. In particular, the park ranks in the Top 100 Locations in Japan for Cherry Blossoms.
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大宮公園小動物園
A small children's zoo, home to a variety of birds, monkeys, squirrels, reptiles, and other small animals.
埼玉県立歴史と民俗の博物館
Exhibits artifacts from around Saitama Prefecture with information about its history and culture.
氷川神社 hikawa jinja
One of the most important Shinto shrines in the Kanto area, claiming the history of more than 2000 years. Take the train to JR Omiya station, exit to the east, and keep walking until you come to the tree-lined street. This is the 2-km-long entrance path to the shrine. Turn left and walk straight north until you reach Hikawa Shrine itself. On New Year's Day, people young and old come to visit and celebrate the new year. Next to the shrine is a park, Omiya Koen.