Minami Ward Travel Guide
Sapporo
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Popular places to visit
Jozankei Hot Spring
You can take time to visit Jozankei Hot Spring during your travels to Sapporo. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Takino Suzuran Hillside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Takino Suzuran Hillside Park, a lovely green space in Sapporo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Mount Moiwa
Two innovative aerial lifts carry passengers to the top of this imposing mountain, which becomes a ski slope in winter.
Sapporo Art Park
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sapporo Art Park during your trip to Geijutsunomori. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Odori Park
Sapporo’s main thoroughfare has been transformed into a long municipal park, also the city’s premier venue for festivals throughout the year.
Tanukikoji Shopping Street
During your trip to Sapporo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.
Things to do
Sapporo: Lake Toya & Hell Valley Day Trip with Mt. Yotei
With Lunch│Mt. Usu Ropeway, Otaru & Noboribetsu Day Trip
Noboribetsu Lake Toya and Lake Shikotsu Day Tour from Sapporo
Sapporo: Hokkaido, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour
Hokkaido: Biei Blue Pond and Furano Flower Farm Day Trip
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Top hotels in Minami Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Sapporo
"everything is fine"
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Emion Sapporo
"Convenient location. Helpful staff. The onsen was ok. The room was spacious neat and tidy."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
"Everything is good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Knot Sapporo
"The location is great, just a short walk to Susukino subway station. The tram station is also right in front, which was very convenient. The room was clean and was cleaned daily. I would definitely like to stay here again."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
KOKO HOTEL Sapporo Ekimae
Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori
"Solo female traveler and I felt very comfortable during my stay here. The property was clean, well maintained, budget friendly, and in a great location. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always helpful whenever I needed anything. Overall, I had a great stay and would definitely recommend this ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Jozankeionsenhigashi
When in Jozankeionsenhigashi, you can plan a visit to Jozankei Hot Spring and Jozankei Futami Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Jozankei
Jozankei is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jozankei Hot Spring and Kokusai Ski Resort.
Nishi
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Nishi. Shiroi Koibito Park and Chieria are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miyanosawa Station or Hassamu-minami Station to get around the larger area.
Chuo-ku
You might enjoy the skiing while in Chuo-ku. Maruyama Zoo is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station to see more of the city.
Moiwayama
If you're spending some time in Moiwayama, Mount Moiwa Observation Deck and Mount Moiwa are top sights worth seeing.
Maruyama
While you're in Maruyama, take in top sights like Maruyama Zoo or Maruyama Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station.
