Chuo-ku Travel Guide
Sapporo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Nijo Market
Experience the typical community atmosphere at this historic seafood market, the place where you can get one of the best breakfasts in Sapporo.
Nakajima Park
Visit this popular city park to walk among the trees, admire outdoor sculptures and historical architecture or simply relax by the pond.
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.
Things to do
Asahiyama Adventure: Zoo+Waterfalls & Blue Pond Day Tour
Sapporo Asahiyama Zoo, Tree Spot & Waterfalls Day Tour
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Top hotels in Chuo-ku
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Sapporo
Beautiful, new hotel with a very spacious bedroom. Great amenities. The only downside is that they don't allow tattooed persons to bathe in the Onsen. Still, would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Abest Sapporo
My stay was very comfortable. The staff was nice and the ammenities are also great. The staff kept my frozen food until the day of my departure which was nice. The lobby looks really presentable and the dinner wasn't bad. Lots of different crabs available as well as ramen, shabu shabu, desserts and ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori
This hotel was amazing, had a 3 night stay and it was awesome!!! Location is top notch, close to a ton of the main attractions and also public transport. The staff is very welcoming and helpful, the room had everything you need and more, truly can’t say enough good things about our stay, next time ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Wonderful breakfast with lots of options and healthy choices . Rooms are generally clean .
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Spacious (rare for Japanese hotels if you don’t pay up a huge premium) and clean rooms! Also it was pretty conveniently located where the airport limousine can drop you off and the stations are walking distance!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo
This is one of the most beautiful and affordable hotels I have experience. I think everything was truly perfect. From the beautiful and spacious rooms to the the huge and gorgeous lobby, the wonderful kind and polite staff, the location... I just can't thank enough this hotel. I will be back and ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo-ku
Maruyama
While you're in Maruyama, take in top sights like Maruyama Park or Hokkaido Shrine, 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.
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.
Sapporo City Centre
Enjoy the popular shops in Sapporo City Centre. Odori Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more of Sapporo.
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.
Nishi
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Nishi. Shiroi Koibito Park and Mount Teine 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.
