Chuo-ku
Sapporo
Popular places to visit
Tanukikoji Shopping Street
During your trip to Sapporo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.
Odori Park
Sapporo’s main thoroughfare has been transformed into a long municipal park, also the city’s premier venue for festivals throughout the year.
Nakajima Park
Visit this popular city park to walk among the trees, admire outdoor sculptures and historical architecture or simply relax by the pond.
Sapporo JR Tower
During your visit to Sapporo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sapporo JR Tower. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Sapporo Clock Tower
Discover this symbol of Sapporo, one of the city’s oldest and most photographed buildings, an example of early American influences on Japan.
Sapporo TV Tower
The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.
Things to do
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Toya Day Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido: Lake Toya, Bear Ranch and Sapporo Otaru Full Day Tour
Clearest Lake in Japan National Park package of Shikotsu lake
Hokkaido Farm Tomita Shikisai Hill Waterfall& Blue Pond Day Tour
Top hotels in Chuo-ku
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Sapporo
Excellent location close to train station and bus stops. Spacious, comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG
The room was smaller than expected based off of the pictures but it was still extremely clean and well taken care of.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
HOTEL MYSTAYS PREMIER Sapporo Park
Sapporo Grand Hotel
clean, great location
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Sapporo View Hotel Odori Park
Had rooms with a park view--which was excellent during the Snow Festival. Rooms were clean and staff was friendly. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
The Royal Park Canvas – Sapporo Odori Park
Very clean, everyone was very nice
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo-ku
Maruyama
If you're spending time in Maruyama, check out sights like Maruyama Park or Hokkaido Shrine and hop on the metro to see more the city at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station.
Kotoni
Even though there aren't top sights in Kotoni, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Hokkaido Shrine. Jump on the metro at Kotoni Station to see more of the city.
Odori
Shopping, hot springs, and coffeehouses highlight some notable features of Odori. Make a stop by Tanukikoji Shopping Street or Odori Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Hatchome Stop or Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop to get around town.
Sapporo City Centre
Tanukikoji Shopping Street and Sapporo Clock Tower are top sights in Sapporo City Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more sights in the area.
Susukino
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Susukino. If sightseeing is on the list, Susukino Street is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Susukino Station or Hosui-Susukino Station to see more of the area.
Nishi
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Nishi. Shiroi Koibito Park and Mount Teine are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miyanosawa Station or Hassamu-minami Station to get around the larger area.
