Sapporo City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sapporo City Centre
Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
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.
Former Hokkaido Government Office Building
At the end of an elegant street, this interesting red brick office contains a wide range of exhibits on the history of the Hokkaidō region.
Daimaru Sapporo
During your visit to Sapporo, you can do some window-shopping at Daimaru Sapporo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Activities
Sapporo: Lake Toya & Hell Valley Day Trip with Mt. Yotei
With Lunch│Mt. Usu Ropeway, Otaru & Noboribetsu Day Trip
Sapporo: Hokkaido, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Luxury Hokkaido Day Tour to Asahiyama Zoo and Biei Blue Pond
Our pick of the best Sapporo City Centre 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
Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori
Solo female traveler and I felt very comfortable during my stay here. The property was clean, well maintained, budget friendly, and in a great location. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always helpful whenever I needed anything. Overall, I had a great stay and would definitely recommend this ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas – Sapporo Odori Park
Annoying staff members
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Room was spotless and clean. We did not eat breakfast in the hotel. Did not use the spa
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Breakfast buffet was varied in a two-day cycle. It was fantastic. Probably the most choices I have ever encountered at a hote.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sapporo City Centre
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.
Susukino
Spend some time visiting places like Ramen Yokocho 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.
Kita Ward
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Kita Ward. Top attractions like Hokkaido University Museum and Seikatei are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kita-nijuyo-jo Station or Kita-sanjuyo-jo Station to see more of the city.
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.
Moiwayama
If you're spending some time in Moiwayama, Mount Moiwa Observation Deck and Mount Moiwa are top sights worth seeing.
