Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Niigata
Popular places to visit
Bandai Bridge
Bandai Bridge is just one of the places to see in Niigata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Denka Big Swan Stadium
Catch an event at Denka Big Swan Stadium during your trip to Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata
Catch an event at Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata during your trip to Niigata. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Hakusan Shrine
You can learn about the history of Niigata with a visit to Hakusan Shrine. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
Niigata City History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Niigata City History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Hakusan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hakusan Park, a lovely green space in Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
Things to do
Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Niigata Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Global View Niigata
Nice and professional staff
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Court Hotel Niigata
Central location, all amenities worked, very cheap price and just a small surcharge for breakfast. Very helpful front-desk young lady and a range of extras like iced drinks in the reception area, including ice cubes.
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hotel Sunroute Niigata
Excellent staff but terrible smelling rooms. The whole place reeks of cigarette smoke.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Dormy Inn Niigata Natural Hot Spring
Hotel Nikko Niigata
Hotel is good. Room is very spacious and our view is very good. Bathroom has all The basic bath amenities. Only downside is the sewerage smell from the toilet. The hotel Chinese restaurant, Tho Lee, is excellent. They serve all you can eat dim sum for lunch fantastic.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Nuttari
Nuttari might not have many top sights, but Pier Bandai and Niigata City History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Konan Ward
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.
Higashi Ward
While Higashi Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Niigata City Art Museum and Nigata Branch of Northern Culture Museum.
Nishi Ward
While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season.
Akiha Ward
If you're spending some time in Akiha Ward, Akiha Park and Niitsu Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
While visiting Minami Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Shirone Grape Garden and Shirone Kite Museum.
