Motomachi Travel Guide
Hakodate
Popular places to visit
Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward
Learn about the local history of Hakodate when you spend time at Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Fort Goryokaku
Walk around the enchanting grounds of this repurposed military fort shaped like a star and see historic architecture and magnificent cherry blossoms in springtime.
Mount Hakodate
Appreciate captivating views of Hakodate’s skyline, surrounding coast and glittering city lights from atop this central city mountain, accessible via a scenic cable car.
Hakodate Ropeway
With panoramic views of Hakodate and the sea, one of the best nighttime vistas in the world is visible from the top of this gondola ferry.
Goryokaku Tower
Enjoy a unique overlook of Hakodate’s city skyline, surrounding mountain ranges and distant coastline from this modern observation tower and history gallery.
Hakodate Morning Market
Start your day with delectable fruit, vegetables and freshly made breakfast in this buzzing market selling Hakodate’s freshest seasonal produce and seafood.
Things to do
Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate:Private Full Day Guided Tour in Hakodate
Hakodate Exploration Tour with Private Guide
Top hotels in Motomachi
La Jolie Motomachi
Excellent place to go to the Christmas markets.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Hachimanzaka
Location is good but toilet is too small and have a
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2019
Villa Concordia Resort & Spa
Very nice staff and the included breakfast was incredibly delicious
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
Premier Hotel - Cabin President - Hakodate
Good location. But not worth to stay in “lounge access room.”
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
JR Inn Hakodate
Extremely convenient location. Lovely rooms and property. Very fruendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari / Hewitt Resort
The service was great, the buffet was delicious, and the room was super clean!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Motomachi
Bay Area
While visiting Bay Area, you might make a stop by sights like Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse and Hakodate Takadaya Kahei Museum.
Shinkawachō
Even though there aren't top sights in Shinkawachō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Ekini Fish Market. Jump on the metro at Chitose Station to see more of the city.
Yunokawacho
If you're spending time in Yunokawacho, check out sights like Yunokawa Onsen or Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yunokawa-Onsen Station or Yunokawa Station.
Kikyō
Even though there aren't top sights in Kikyō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Fort Goryokaku. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.
