Chuo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A paved bike path alongside a river with buildings in the background.
A traditional wooden building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.
A traditional Japanese building surrounded by greenery and modern buildings in the background.
A park with a wooden bench, large trees, and a stone wall.
A stone wall with a tree in front.

Stay near popular Chuo Ward attractions

A coastal cityscape with a large stadium, high-rise buildings, and a beach.
Photo by Photographs provided by Fukuoka City / Fumio Hashimoto
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Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

8.4/10 (2,203 reviews)
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
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Activities

Fukuoka: Seafood Market and Local Flavors Tour with Dazaifu

Fukuoka: Seafood Market and Local Flavors Tour with Mojiko

NZ$96
per adult
Fukuoka: Seafood Market and Local Flavors Tour with Mojiko
Fukuoka: Hakata Doll Colorful Painting Shared Activity

Fukuoka: Hakata Doll Colorful Painting Shared Activity

NZ$48
per adult
Fukuoka: Hakata Doll Colorful Painting Shared Activity
Fukuoka: Motonosumi Shrine、Moji Port、Mt. Sarakura Night View

Fukuoka: Motonosumi Shrine、Moji Port、Mt. Sarakura Night View

NZ$85
per adult
Fukuoka: Motonosumi Shrine、Moji Port、Mt. Sarakura Night View
From Fukuoka: Kumamoto Castle and Mount Aso Day Trip

Fukuoka: Southern Aso Railway,Kumamoto Castle,Mount Aso Trip

NZ$94
per adult
Fukuoka: Southern Aso Railway,Kumamoto Castle,Mount Aso Trip
From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Shrines, & Cave Day Trip

From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Shrines, & Cave Day Trip

NZ$92
per adult
From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Shrines, & Cave Day Trip
Fukuoka: Itoshima Totoro Forest & Coastal Views Day Tour

Fukuoka: Itoshima Totoro Forest & Coastal Views Day Tour

NZ$78
per adult
Fukuoka: Itoshima Totoro Forest & Coastal Views Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Chuo Ward Hotel Deals

THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin

THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin

3 out of 5
1-9-63 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is NZ$115 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$115
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin
HOTEL IL PALAZZO

HOTEL IL PALAZZO

4 out of 5
3-13-1 Haruyoshi, Chuo Ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken
The price is NZ$298 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$298
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this boutique hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Mizuho PayPay Dome ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (795 reviews)
"Clean room but the aircon was noisy and the toilet flush was malfunctioning"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

HOTEL IL PALAZZO
Plaza Hotel Premier

Plaza Hotel Premier

3 out of 5
1-14-13 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken
The price is NZ$96 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$96
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Its in the middle of everything easy access to all that you need. Lots of restaurant, kombini, donki and small vintage stores"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Plaza Hotel Premier
Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin

Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin

4 out of 5
3-21-24 Haruyoshi, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$277 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$277
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,034 reviews)
"I gave 4 mainly for their location, easy access to most of the places. The bus stop is literally in front of the hotel, there are 2 convenience stores and a drug store nearby. The famous food stall street is also close to the hotel. The washer n dryer Def comes in handy. The only thing I dont like ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel

Nishitetsu Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
2-6-60 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken
The price is NZ$254 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$254
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,147 reviews)
"Breakfast was very delicious, our room was a wonderful size for the experience, and the staff was amazing!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
UNPLAN Fukuoka - Hostel

UNPLAN Fukuoka - Hostel

1 out of 5
3-4-1 Otemon Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is NZ$148 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$148
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this hostel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka and Canal City Hakata ...
8/10 Very good! (207 reviews)
"Room feels stuffy when full house. Shoes have no locker or enough racks, scattered everywhere and smell so bad"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

UNPLAN Fukuoka - Hostel
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Our guide on where to stay in Chuo Ward

Find the best Chuo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Chuo Ward
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A building with a colorful butterfly mural on its side.

Tenjin

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Tenjin. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Tenjin Station to get around town.

A traditional Japanese shrine with a wooden torii gate, lanterns, and a central shrine structure.

Hakata Ward

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Hakata Ward. If sightseeing is on the list, Canal City Hakata is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Higashi-Hie Station or Fukuoka Airport Station to see more of the area.

A modern building with a large clock and signage reading "FUKATA STATION".

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.

A bustling street market with food stalls and people walking.

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.

A bustling street food stall with yellow signage and a crowd of people.

Daimyō

If you're spending time in Daimyō, check out sights like Solaria Plaza or Kego Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tenjin Station or Akasaka Station.

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