Gionmachi Travel Guide
Fukuoka
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.
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.
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.
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 walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Fukuoka Tower
Japan’s tallest seaside tower has a slick observation deck where you can take in 360-degree views of the city or make a romantic visit to the Lover’s Sanctuary.
Things to do
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Top hotels in Gionmachi
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hakata - Gion
Good stay as room was quite spacious for corner room as they accommodated my request even though no guarantees. Excellent location to subway, attractions and multiple parking options. Nearby got supermarket too. Downside was during shower, the water can suddenly turn cold and then back to normal. ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
APA Hotel Hakata Gion Ekimae
Convenient area
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Location is excellent with fast check-in and check out.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Rooms clean and will stay next time
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
Clean room, good restaurants and in the middle of Tenjin.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gionmachi
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.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Kawabatadori Shopping Street during your time in the area.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Sumiyoshi
While visiting Sumiyoshi, you might make a stop by sights like Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum if you have time to explore the 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.
