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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Toya Day Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Hokkaido Day Tour: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond, Falls Forest Terrace
Sapporo Highlights: Golden Route Morning Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Chuo-ku Hotel Deals
Gardens Cabin
Comfortable stay for 2 nights at Gardens Cabin in the deluxe capsule. Comfortable bed and well designed capsule. The temperature was rather overly warm for me and there’s no way of adjusting this so just be aware. Breakfast was decent, otherwise the attached 7-11 is very convenient. Overall it was ...
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Sapporo Prince Hotel
Clean room, staff, location all were excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
This was our second time staying at this hotel and we are glad we booked it again. Staff are attentive and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The location is amazing and really great as a case for exploring the city. The spa is now included and we made excellent use of it!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Granbell hotel Tanuki, Sapporo
Clean , friendly staff and excellent shower water pressure.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Sapporo View Hotel Odori Park
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Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo
Excellent service, but room is rather small and no bedside table, charging port is right beside head.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
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 Hokkaido Shrine. 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.
