Aoba Ward Travel Guide
Sendai
Popular places to visit
Sendai International Center
Learn about the events happening in Sendai International Center during your trip to Sendai. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.
Zuihoden Temple
You can study the exhibits at Zuihoden Temple, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Sendai Mediatheque
Learn about the local history of Sendai when you spend time at Sendai Mediatheque. Experience the area's festivals and museums.
Aoba Castle
Aoba Castle is just one of the places to see in Sendai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus
Walk around the campus at Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus during your stay in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Jozenji-dori Avenue
After visiting Jozenji-dori Avenue, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sendai. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Things to do
Sendai / Matsushima Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Matsushima: Scenic Bay Walk & Historic Temple Discovery
Top hotels in Aoba Ward
Sendai Kokusai Hotel
Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai
"Good location with good foods and services. The staffs are nice and help us to communicate with the taxi company for the reservation. It's convenient to go to the main shopping area and restaurant from the hotel. It would be the top choice to stay in Sendai."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Richmond Hotel Premier Sendai Ekimae
"Clean and well-functioning hotel. Excellent breakfast."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Keihan Sendai
"Check in staff were helpful and efficient. The room was clean and comfortable all toiletries were provided. Hotel was very centrally located and about 10-15 minute walk straight up from station to back entrance. Breakfast was excellent and staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER
"Loc is good. Staffs are super friendly and helpful. Bf was ok. Sashimi is good but other varieties are limited. Also the coffee machine broke down. No coffee for that day"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East
"The hotel as very clean and nice for the price. Staff was helpful."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aoba Ward
Kokubuncho
While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city.
Ichibancho
While there might not be top attractions in Ichibancho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sendai Ginza Street and Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi.
Downtown Sendai
While you're in Downtown Sendai, take in top sights like Sendai Ginza Street and jump on the metro at Hirose-dori Station to see more of the city.
Aobayama
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aobayama and surrounding area, you can visit Sendai Mediatheque and Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi.
Taihaku Ward
While you're in Taihaku Ward, take in top sights like Sendai Gymnasium or Benyland, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nagamachi-Minami Station or Nagamachi Station.
Izumi Ward
The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Izumi Ward. Sendai Stadium and Sendai-Izumi Premium Outlets are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Izumi-Chuo Station or Yaotome Station to get around the larger area.
