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 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.
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.
Nijo Market
Experience the typical community atmosphere at this historic seafood market, the place where you can get one of the best breakfasts in Sapporo.
Things to do
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
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
Noboribetsu and Toyako Wonders Hot Springs Farms and Scenic Spots
Top hotels in Chuo-ku
ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG
Very nice staff. Room was very spacious for Japanese standards. Would highly recommend. Close enough to Sapporo Station and walking distance to Odori, Susukino, and Nijo Market.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Love this hotel from the moment we got there, staff were very helpful and nice. Close to transport, shopping and food. Thankyou.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
The Royal Park Canvas – Sapporo Odori Park
We only stayed one night, but our room was quiet and clean. Would recommend the establishment
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Room is clean, good size. Good location.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Smile Hotel PREMIUM SAPPOROSUSUKINO
A great hotel in a great location. Handy to do many features including restaurants, karaoke, shopping, transportation
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo
excellent location and staff
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo-ku
Maruyama
If you're spending time in Maruyama, check out sights like Maruyama Zoo or Maruyama Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station.
Moiwayama
If you're spending some time in Moiwayama, Mount Moiwa and Sapporomoiwayama Ski Area are top sights worth seeing.
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.
