Minami Ward Travel Guide
Fukuoka
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Ohori Park
Stylish stone bridges lead to the islands decorating the lake in a central park filled with museums, gardens and shrines.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Dazaifu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
Kyushu Full Day Tour with Dazaifu Shrine,Cable car and Yufuin
Fukuoka: Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Scenic Day Tour
Fukuoka: Aso Volcano & Shrines Trip in small Group
Top hotels in Minami Ward
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Good and extremely convenient hotel
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Clean and spacious room, well stocked amenities, nice location
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
Very couteous staff
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Lean rooms and good location. Quiet and safe.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka
Breakfast menu was great.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Tokyu Stay Hakata
Room was clean, facilities themselves were clean too, staff was quick to help, breakfast was good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Hakata Ward
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Hakata Ward. If sightseeing is on the list, Canal City Hakata is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Higashi-Hie Station or Fukuoka Airport Station to see more of the area.
Sumiyoshi
While visiting Sumiyoshi, you might make a stop by sights like Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens.
Yakuin
Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Hakataekihigashi
While Hakataekihigashi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
Hakata Ekimae
Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
Gionmachi
If you're spending time in Gionmachi, check out sights like Canal City Hakata or Hakata Old Town and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kushida Shrine Station or Gion Station.
