What to do in Sendai

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Sendai

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Recommended things to do in Sendai

Number of things to do
14
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course: NZ$101
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Sendai

Discover the most popular places to visit in Sendai

Aoba Castle

Aoba Castle

Aoba Castle is just one of the places to see in Sendai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Aoba Castle
Akiu Otaki Falls

Akiu Otaki Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Akiu Otaki Falls, a lovely green space in Sendai. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

Akiu Otaki Falls
Zuihoden Temple

Zuihoden Temple

You can study the exhibits at Zuihoden Temple, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Zuihoden Temple

Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall

During your visit to Sendai, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall

Sakunami Hot Spring

You can take time to visit Sakunami Hot Spring during your travels to Sendai. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its spas.

Sakunami Hot Spring

Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko

During your trip to Sendai, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko

Sendai International Center

Learn about the events happening in Sendai International Center during your trip to Sendai. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.

Sendai International Center

Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus

Walk around the campus at Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus during your stay in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus

Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi

Catch an event at Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi during your trip to Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi

Explore areas of Sendai

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Downtown Sendai

While you're in Downtown Sendai, take in top sights like Asaichi Morning Market and jump on the metro at Hirose-dori Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Sendai
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Aoba Ward

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Aoba Ward is a destination travellers like for its hot springs, and you might hop aboard the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station or Kita-Yonbancho Station to explore sights like Miyagi Prefectural Office.

Aoba Ward
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Miyagino Ward

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Miyagino Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

Miyagino Ward
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Kokubuncho

While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city.

Kokubuncho
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Taihaku Ward

While you're in Taihaku Ward, take in top sights like Sendai Gymnasium or Benyland, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nagamachi-Minami Station or Nagamachi Station.

Taihaku Ward
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Wakabayashi

When in Wakabayashi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium or Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kawaramachi Station or Atago-Bashi Station.

Wakabayashi

 

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Day trip destinations from Sendai

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Photo by Mukasora (page does not exist) (CC BY-SA)

Tendo

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Isinomaki

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Taiwa

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Rifu

Photo by Toshiaki Yoshitake

Obanazawa

Frequently asked questions

Is Sendai worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Sendai is visit Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall. Tick this leading attraction off your to-do list, then discover more of this area's history and nature.
How do I spend a day in Sendai?
Once you've checked off major attractions like Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Yagiyama Zoo, spend the rest of your day discovering Sendai's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sendai?
You can't leave without checking out Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, ranked the top tourist attraction in Sendai.
Is three days enough to stay in Sendai?
You can easily visit top sights like Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, Yagiyama Zoo and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium with a three-day trip to Sendai. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stick around longer and head to Yamagata.
Is Sendai a walkable city?
Some major attractions in Sendai, such as Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Yagiyama Zoo, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kilometres from central Sendai is Aoba Ward and Ichibancho is 0.97 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Sendai with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all ages, we've got some excellent ideas for what to do in Sendai with kids.

What to do in Sendai for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or outdoor adventurer, there are plenty of things to do in Sendai for adults including Sendai International Centre and Miyagi Prefectural Office.
Are there free things to do in Sendai?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Sendai is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.