Gionmachi
Fukuoka
Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
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.
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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Port of Hakata
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.
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 walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Kyushu University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Kyushu University, during your travels in Fukuoka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Kyushu Kumamoto and Aso Volcano Castle Day Tour From Fukuoka
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Nyoirinji Temple Beppu Hells and Yufuin Day Tour from Fukuoka
Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, Amano Iwato Shrine & Takachiho Gorge
Kumamoto Castle Kusasenrigahama and Mount Aso tour from Fukuoka
Top hotels in Gionmachi
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
pleasant staff.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hakata - Gion
Amazing room. Short walk to all the restaurants and shopping. Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
APA Hotel Hakata Gion Ekimae
There is a subway station right in front of the hotel, it is also 5 mins walk from Hakata station where you can do lots of shopping there. Hotel is clean and room size is okay for Japan's standard. The only down side is taxi service for the day we checked out. Hotel does not provide taxi calling ...
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Dormy Inn Premium Hakata Canal City Mae Natural Hot Spring
Nice hit spring, semi-outdoor, excellent breakfast with a local flavour, quiet. There are parking options nearby (hotel parking lift is complicated to use)
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Room was clean and the staff pleasant. It is on an ideal location, easy to catch a taxi and a lot of food options nearby.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
The most impressive feature is the super friendly female porters who always serviced with a smile.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gionmachi
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.
Nakasu
Nakasu is well-liked for many features, particularly its shopping, river views, and restaurants. Though there might not be top sights in Nakasu, consider a stop by Canal City Hakata or Port of Hakata, located nearby.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Sumiyoshi
While visiting Sumiyoshi, you might make a stop by sights like Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Port of Hakata and Canal City Hakata.
Hakataekihigashi
Though Hakataekihigashi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Canal City Hakata and Marine Messe Fukuoka.
