Minato Ward Travel Guide
Nagoya
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Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND Japan
Have a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Port Messe Nagoya
Learn about the events happening in Port Messe Nagoya during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Port of Nagoya Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Port of Nagoya Aquarium during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Port of Nagoya
Explore the waterfront in Nagoya with a trip to Port of Nagoya. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Fuji, the Floating Antarctic Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Fuji, the Floating Antarctic Museum in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagoya Port Building
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nagoya Port Building during your travels in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Food, Boutiques and Culture: A Self-Guided Walk of Ebisu
Top hotels in Minato Ward
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
This hotel was average in terms of amenities but the staff were top notch. I asked if it was possible to get in before the check-in time and they said only with a fee but half an hour before, they let us go in which waa really appreciated. The beds were clean, room was spacious, and my kids loved ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Nikko Style Nagoya
Rooms are cleaned and nice. Staff is friendly
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
Clean and well equipped room. Smooth semi-automated check in and check out with polite staff assisting. Well connected to transport options and serving as base for travel within region.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Meitetsu Grand Hotel
I love this hotel. Old school in a good way, spacious rooms great service and perfect location. I always stay there when in Nagoya.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Prince Smart Inn Nagoya Sakae
The room could use a luggage rack, a safe (don’t know why there wasn’t one), body lotion and a hand towel. Only one towel? Is it really too much to ask for a bottle of water upon check-out? I only had coffee, no doughy breakfast, so I should have gotten one. The young woman in the breakfast area ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Nagoya Premier
Loved my first stay in Nagoya primarily because of this wonderfully located hotel next to great shopping, restaurants, and most importantly, close to Nagoya Station. I will always stay at this hotel - beautiful lobby and clean and up to date rooms.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minato Ward
Nakagawa Ward
When in Nakagawa Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Aeon Mall Nagoya or Nagoya Congress Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Takabata Station or Hatta Station.
Atsuta-ku
Get to know Atsuta-ku and its many features like its bars and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Nagoya Congress Center and Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House, and you can jump on the metro at Jingu Nishi Station or Nishi Takakura Station to get around the city.
Kanayama
The bars and spas are just a few things visitors like about Kanayama. Nagoya-Boston Museum of Fine Arts and NTK Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nishi Takakura Station or Jingu Nishi Station to get around the larger area.
Nakamura
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Nakamura. If sightseeing is on the list, Winc Aichi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Nakamura Nisseki Station or Nakamura Koen Station to see more of the area.
Sasashimacho
Some popular features of Sasashimacho include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Winc Aichi or JR Central Towers are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Ran no Yakata, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Osu Kannon Station or Kamimaezu Station.
