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 walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Japan: Takachiho Gorge & Aso Volcano Kusasenri Day Tour (with Boating)
Fukuoka Seafood Market and Local Flavors Day Tour with Dazaifu
Fukuoka:Dazaifu,Yufuin Village,Beppu Ropeway,Kamado Jigoku
Kyushu Kumamoto and Aso Volcano Castle Day Tour From Fukuoka
From Fukuoka: Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge and Shrines Day Tour
Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine Hiking Day Tour
Top hotels in Gionmachi
Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion
Wonderful hotel, location and service 💯
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hakata - Gion
We wanted to do early check-in and the lady who spoke with when I called was very helpful. The room was clean and they have really good hot water!!
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
APA Hotel Hakata Gion Ekimae
the staff was kind, the room was clean.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Staff is helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Clean and spacious room, well stocked amenities, nice location
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
Very couteous staff
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
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 Kawabatadori Shopping Street, 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 Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum.
Hakataekihigashi
Though Hakataekihigashi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
