Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
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 culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Kyushu University
Explore the campus of Kyushu University during your travels in Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Ohori Park
Stylish stone bridges lead to the islands decorating the lake in a central park filled with museums, gardens and shrines.
Things to do
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Nyoirinji Temple Beppu Hells and Yufuin Day Tour from Fukuoka
Fukuoka Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Top hotels in Hamao
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
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Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
I don’t know what more I could have asked. Everything was wonderful. 10/10. Highly recommend this place !
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
ホテルはキャナルシティのすぐそばでアクセスが非常に良く、ショッピングにとても便利でした。スタッフも友好的でお正月にもかかわらず、いろんなレストランショップがそばで空いているのでとても驚きました。よかったです。
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
Everything was perfect for me during the stay!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Gion
Wonderful staff! Great location! Very well maintained and clean.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Spacious and clean rooms in a beautifully designed hotel, perfect for books lover but probably not for international guest who do not read Japanese. Receptionist not as eloquent in English and did not know about any “Expedia VIP access” such as free parking only until we explained. No service beverage ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hamao
Higashi Ward
Higashi Ward is well liked for its beaches and coffee shops. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park and Marine World Uminonakamichi are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Hakozaki-kyudaimae Station or Hakozaki-miyamae Station to get around.
Hakozaki
If you're spending time in Hakozaki, check out sights like Port of Hakata or Kaizukakotsu Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hakozaki-kyudaimae Station or Hakozaki-miyamae Station.
Hakataekihigashi
While Hakataekihigashi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
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.
Gionmachi
If you're spending time in Gionmachi, check out sights like Canal City Hakata or Hakata Old Town and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kushida Shrine Station or Gion Station.
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.
