Minami Ward Travel Guide
Niigata
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
Bandai Bridge
Bandai Bridge is just one of the places to see in Niigata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Denka Big Swan Stadium
Catch an event at Denka Big Swan Stadium during your trip to Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata
Catch an event at Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata during your trip to Niigata. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Niigata Furusato Village
You can do some window-shopping at Niigata Furusato Village during your trip to Niigata. Take in the entertainment choices and hot springs in the area.
Hakusan Shrine
You can learn about the history of Niigata with a visit to Hakusan Shrine. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
Niigata City History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Niigata City History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Things to do
Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Niigata Private Customizable Half Day Tour
Port Pick-Up: Niigata Private Tour Licensed Guide& Vehicle
Top hotels in Minami Ward
Niigatashi Aguri Park
Family Lodge Hatagoya Niigataminami
Overall the hotel is clean and the room is spacious but one thing grates me with these hotel chains they ask a hiring price for a kettle (1000yn) other than that they offer coffee/tea facilities down in the foyer. Taking a cup of tea up a flight of stairs to the Mrs can be a bit of a chore for a ...
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2024
Hotel Global View Niigata
APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Nikko Niigata
A beautiful new building and kind staff.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Art Hotel Niigata Station
Maybe was winter centralise heating and the room without aircon. Personally I don’t like it. I hope this can be indicated on the website!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Akiha Ward
If you're spending some time in Akiha Ward, Niitsu Art Museum and Niigata Prefectural Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Nishi Ward
While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season.
Konan Ward
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.
Chuo Ward
If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, Toyanogata Park and Denka Big Swan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Nuttari
Nuttari might not have many top sights, but Niigata City History Museum and Pier Bandai are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Higashi Ward
While Higashi Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Niigata City History Museum and Niigata City Art Museum.
