Maruyama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hokkaido Shrine
Emperor Meiji and three nature gods are honored in a monumental Shinto building that is the centerpiece of Sapporo’s religious life.
Maruyama Park
Explore the great outdoors at Maruyama Park, a lovely green space in Sapporo. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Sapporo Winter Sports Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sapporo Winter Sports Museum in Sapporo. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Sapporo Dome
Watch the excitement of baseball and soccer games, shop, eat or climb to an observation deck for panoramic views of Sapporo and its surroundings.
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.
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.
Activities
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
Hokkaido Day Tour Farm Tomita, Blue Pond, Blue Pond and Buffet
Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Fairy Terrace Day Tour | Hokkaido
Our pick of the best Maruyama Hotel Deals
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
Clean, modern rooms and a fantastic top floor onsen
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG
Very nice staff. Room was very spacious for Japanese standards. Would highly recommend. Close enough to Sapporo Station and walking distance to Odori, Susukino, and Nijo Market.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Amazing hotel! New, comfortable rooms, a nice rooftop view and close to multiple stations.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo
Everything was well kept and clean. Service was top notch and efficient.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu
Very cleab, great befs staff helpful, perfectly location x
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO HOTEL Kitahiroshima Station
Nice hotel but to far to Susukino the center of Sapporo
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maruyama
Chuo-ku
You might enjoy the skiing while in Chuo-ku. Maruyama Zoo is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station to see more of the city.
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.
Moiwayama
If you're spending some time in Moiwayama, Mount Moiwa and Sapporomoiwayama Ski Area are top sights worth seeing.
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.
