Fukuoka

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Fukuoka
Fukuoka
Tochoji Temple
Dazaifu Tenmangu
Dazaifu Tenmangu showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Fukuoka

Hakata-ku

Hakata Ward

4.5/5(330 area reviews)

Home to government and commercial establishments, Hakata-ku offers shopping and entertainment at Canal City Hakata and traditional crafts like Hakata ningyō dolls. Savor local cuisine in Nakasu, such as Hakata ramen. Easy access to Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport.

Hakata Ward
Tenjin

Tenjin

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area.

Tenjin
Hakata Ekimae

Hakata Ekimae

Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.

Hakata Ekimae
Ohori Park

Chuo Ward

4.5/5(130 area reviews)

Centered in Fukuoka city, Chūō-ku boasts bustling downtown areas like Tenjin and Daimyō, and the renowned Nagahama fish market. Explore attractions such as Fukuoka Art Museum, Ōhori Park, and Acros Fukuoka for a diverse experience.

Chuo Ward
Nakasu

Nakasu

Boasting around 3,500 restaurants and stores, Nakasu offers stunning neon sign views from Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and unique yatai stalls along the Naka River. Easily accessible via Nakasu-Kawabata Station.

Nakasu
Tenjin

Daimyō

While you're in Daimyō, take in top sights like Solaria Plaza and jump on the metro at Akasaka Station to see more of the city.

Daimyō
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is AED 543 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
AED 543
AED 597 total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,692 reviews)
Room was very clean but small.

Reviewed on 16 November 2025

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel

Nishitetsu Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
2-6-60 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken
The price is AED 393 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 393
AED 476 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,271 reviews)
The room was very clean, my bed was comfy, it is walking distance to restaurants, pharmacy, train station, etc, would book again

Reviewed on 21 November 2025

Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo

4 out of 5
2-2-11,Hakata Ekimae,Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is AED 451 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
AED 451
AED 496 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,695 reviews)
Clean rooms, courteous staff and close to the train station

Reviewed on 21 November 2025

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
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SG Residence Inn Hakata

SG Residence Inn Hakata

2.5 out of 5
2-17-20 Toko, Hakata-Ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room soaking tubs, and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (452 reviews)
離博多站有點遠，但房內設施都很好，很乾淨

Reviewed on 27 August 2025

SG Residence Inn Hakata
Grand STAY Hakata Station North

Grand STAY Hakata Station North

3 out of 5
3-chome-15-4 Katakasu, Hakata Ward Fukuoka Fukuoka
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Marine Messe ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (230 reviews)
Everything was good, except it is a bit far from the station.

Reviewed on 24 October 2025

Grand STAY Hakata Station North
Grand Inn Canalside

Grand Inn Canalside

3 out of 5
Sumiyoshi 2-21-2 Fukuoka Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Port of Hakata are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (377 reviews)
Excellent location, right next to a main road but not noisy at night. Property was very clean and had everything we needed.

Reviewed on 20 November 2025

Grand Inn Canalside
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Popular places to visit

Located in the heart of Fukuoka city, Canal City Hakata is an enormous shopping and entertainment complex with an array of shops, restaurants

Canal City Hakata

4.5/5(141 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Canal City Hakata
Fukuoka Yafuoku Dome

Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

4/5(33 reviews)

Catch an event at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Port of Hakata

Port of Hakata

4/5(37 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata, a popular spot to commune with nature in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.

Port of Hakata
Marine Messe Fukuoka

Marine Messe Fukuoka

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Marine Messe Fukuoka
Dazaifu Tenmangu

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

4.5/5(43 reviews)

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Dazaifu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Fukuoka Tower which includes a city

Fukuoka Tower

4.5/5(49 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Fukuoka when you stop by Fukuoka Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Fukuoka Tower

Reviews of Fukuoka

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
203
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
116
4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
28
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
3
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

QUIET LAID BACK RELAXING PACE I WOULD GO BACK AND DO OUT OF TOWN TRIPS

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice city!

4/5 - Good

ナスラ

Fukuoka is a very nice city, especially if you like shopping  There are loads of places where you can have fun with your friends but it's more pricey than I expected.

5/5 - Excellent

Christina

Beautiful city!

5/5 - Excellent

JL

Fukuoka is an orderly city just like every other Japanese city I’ve been to on this trip.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I didnt have time to visit every place on my list, I should come again. We liked how downtown is walkable and we enjoyed great food

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