Chuo-ku Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Sapporo TV Tower
The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.
Activities
Sapporo: Lake Toya, Farm & Noboribetsu Hell Valley Day Trip
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Sapporo: Hokkaido, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour
Hokkaido: Lake Toya, Bear Ranch and Sapporo Otaru Full Day Tour
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Our pick of the best Chuo-ku Hotel Deals
The Knot Sapporo
The location is great, just a short walk to Susukino subway station. The tram station is also right in front, which was very convenient. The room was clean and was cleaned daily. I would definitely like to stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
KOKO HOTEL Sapporo Ekimae
Great place and location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Royal Park Canvas – Sapporo Odori Park
Love it, the music theme for my room wasn’t expected. This area had everything. Walking distance for every restaurant and cafe shop.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori
Great location, lovely clean hotel!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
The room is clean and spacious. There is the underground walk to Sapporo station. Location is very central for every destination.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Very nice room. Breakfast spread is extensive. Spa is clean and well maintained
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo-ku
Maruyama
While you're in Maruyama, take in top sights like Maruyama Zoo or Maruyama Park, 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 Racecourse. 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 Tanukikoji Shopping Street or Odori Park 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. Tanukikoji Shopping Street 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.
