Chuo Ward
Fukuoka
Popular places to visit
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Ohori Park
Stylish stone bridges lead to the islands decorating the lake in a central park filled with museums, gardens and shrines.
Tenjin Underground Mall
Burrow into this subterranean lair for a maze of avenues flanked by diverse shops and restaurants that lie beneath central Tenjin.
Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Yatai
These riverside street food stalls are regional icons, showcasing tastes and culinary innovations, while providing scenic vistas of the water and city center.
Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store
During your visit to Fukuoka, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Japan: Takachiho Gorge & Aso Volcano Kusasenri Day Tour (with Boating)
Akiyoshido Cave & Motonosumi Shrine Coastline & Spelunking Tour
Fukuoka Group/Private Tour by Local Professionals!
From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge & Amano Iwato Day Trip
Kyushu: Aso Vocano, Grassland,Onsen and Aso shrine 1-Day Tour
From Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Shrines, & Cave Day Trip
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
We had a great stay at Nishitetsu Grand Hotel. The superior triple room was very spacious, perfect for three of us with about seven luggages. The double beds were big enough that we didn’t even need the third (foldable futon sofa bed), so we folded it up & used it as a sofa, which made the room feel ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Plaza Hotel Premier
We had a pleasant stay at Plaza Hotel Premier Fukuoka. The room was the usual compact size for a Japanese hotel, but the central location was excellent — perfect for exploring the city.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
Incredibly thankful for staff allowing us to store our luggage for a few days prior to checking in! This made traveling between cities and islands way more enjoyable. We only stayed one evening at Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin however can say it is very convenient. Easy access to many amenities ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
Stayed 2 nights. Excellent stay. Really enjoyed the 2 different breakfast options they provided. Also appreciated the coin- operated laundry room. Really close to the supermarket, train station and local sights.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin
Well located less than 5 minutes to Central Park, river and 10 minutes to great shopping. Subway 5 minutes walk. Dining everywhere
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Fukuoka
The Hollywood triple room was smaller than we expected for three people, our 3 big luggages barely fit & opening them made it even tighter. I’ve stayed here before in a bigger room, which I definitely preferred, but it wasn’t available this time. That said, the location is excellent, close to everything ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Daimyō
While you're in Daimyō, take in top sights like Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City and jump on the metro at Akasaka Station to see more of the city.
Yakuin
Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Tenjin
Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Kawabatadori Shopping Street during your time in the area.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum if you have time to explore the area.
