Naka Ward Travel Guide
Nagoya
Popular places to visit
Nagoya Castle
See weaponry, clothing and furniture in the treasure hall or roam the gardens to discover defense towers and cherry blossoms at Nagoya’s famous castle.
Osu Shopping District
During your visit to Nagoya, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Osu Shopping District. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER
Learn about the local history of Nagoya when you take a trip to Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagoya City Science Museum
You can study the exhibits at Nagoya City Science Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Osu Kannon Temple
Osu Kannon Temple is just one of the places to see in Nagoya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Shirakawa Park
Shirakawa Park is just one of the places to see in Nagoya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
Top hotels in Naka Ward
BASE LAYER HOTEL Nagoya Nishiki
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Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Prince Smart Inn Nagoya Sakae
The room could use a luggage rack, a safe (don’t know why there wasn’t one), body lotion and a hand towel. Only one towel? Is it really too much to ask for a bottle of water upon check-out? I only had coffee, no doughy breakfast, so I should have gotten one. The young woman in the breakfast area ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
The room was great. Our flight was delayed and they held onto our room for us. We were able to check in right away. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hilton Nagoya
Rooms outdated. Amazingly friendly staff. Beautiful lobby. Great location.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Nagoya Kanko Hotel
The hospitality is always very nice, my always choice when I travel to Nagoya!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
KOKO HOTEL Nagoya Sakae
Staff was friendly and helpful. the place was so clean, and great amenities which are exactly we needed! The bathroom has got a laundry rope to hung clothes, there are pyjamas, bedside clock, toothbrush- perfect! We stayed on 11th floor, and it was very quiet, that’s brilliant in a heart of town. ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Naka Ward
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Mitsukoshi or Sunshine Sakae while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Ran no Yakata, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Osu Kannon Station or Kamimaezu Station.
Nishiki
Hot springs, coffee shops and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Nishiki. Sights like Sunshine Sakae and Sakura Avenue Lind with Ginkgo Tree are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Nagoya area at Fushimi Station.
Marunouchi
While you're in Marunouchi, take in top sights like JTB Sunrise Center Central Japan or Dental Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Marunouchi Station or Hisaya-odori Station.
Nagoya City Centre
Museums, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by Shikemichi or Nagoya City Science Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.
Sasashimacho
Some popular features of Sasashimacho include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Mode Gakuen Spiral Towers or Midland Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
