Sapporo City Centre Travel Guide
Sapporo
Visit Sapporo City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Sapporo TV Tower
The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.
Sapporo Clock Tower
Discover this symbol of Sapporo, one of the city’s oldest and most photographed buildings, an example of early American influences on Japan.
Sapporo JR Tower
During your visit to Sapporo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Sapporo JR Tower. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Former Hokkaido Government Office Building
At the end of an elegant street, this interesting red brick office contains a wide range of exhibits on the history of the Hokkaidō region.
Toyokawa Inari Sapporo Betsuin
You can find out about the history of Sapporo when you stop by Toyokawa Inari Sapporo Betsuin. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Things to do
1 Day Tour to Hill of the Buddha, Sapporo and Sake
Tour in Sapporo Shrine, Fish Market and Shiroi Koibito Park
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Sapporo 6hr Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Sapporo Guided Walking Lunch Tour in Nijo Market and Sosei East
Top hotels in Sapporo City Centre
Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Hotel Resol Trinity Sapporo
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
The Royal Park Canvas – Sapporo Odori Park
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sapporo City Centre
Odori
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Odori. Make a stop by Odori Park or Tanukikoji Shopping Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Hatchome Stop or Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop to get around town.
Susukino
Spend some time visiting places like Susukino Street while getting to know Susukino, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Susukino Station or Hosui-Susukino Station to see more of the area.
Kita Ward
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Kita Ward. Top attractions like Hokkaido University Museum and Seikatei are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kita-nijuyo-jo Station or Kita-sanjuyo-jo Station to see more of the city.
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.
Kotoni
Even though there aren't top sights in Kotoni, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Sapporo Jyogai Market. Jump on the metro at Kotoni Station to see more of the city.
Chuo-ku
You might enjoy the skiing while in Chuo-ku. Odori Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station to see more of the city.
