Chuo Ward Travel Guide
Saitama
Visit Chuo Ward
Popular places to visit
GMO Arena Saitama
Just a short ride north of the city’s downtown, Tokyo’s premier entertainment and sports venue is one of the world’s largest indoor arenas.
Keyaki Hiroba
Shopping, nightlife and a variety of festivals, as well as a famous Christmastime light display, are right next to Saitama Super Arena.
Omiya Park
Find a little bit of everything in this big park, from cherry blossoms to a folklore museum, a shrine and even a small zoo.
Omiya Bonsai Art Museum
A collection of more than 120 masterpieces of one of Japan’s most unique art forms is well worth the visit from downtown Tokyo.
Saitama Stadium 2002
Catch an event at Saitama Stadium 2002 during your trip to Saitama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
Things to do
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Tokyo WB Studio Harry Potter Admission and 24 Hour Subway Ticket
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Tokyo's Hidden Autumn Leaves: Heirinji Zen Temple & Matcha"
Tokyo: Harry Potter Studio Tour & Optional Tokyo Metro Pass
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
"Good location in Shinjuku, the rooftop bar was awesome, and breakfast buffet was amazing! I'd stay here again."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Unlike any other of the 5 hotels I’ve been to this trip, this hotel amenities are very poor. There is only few things in the room and that’s it. No amenities tray in the lobby like all others. No shower cup, no hair bands, not even a bottle of water. There’s an empty carafe you can fill by ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
"This was the 3rd Prince hotel we stayed during our vacation in Japan. I love the location as it is so close to JR station, 2 stops away from Tokyo Disney, and one train to Tokyo Station. Very quiet, clean, and spacious - we had a big room with a four single beds - the firm mattress helped us all ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"Great location and hotel."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Clean"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Everything was super..super..super good 10/10 !!!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Chuo Ward
Omiya
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Omiya. You might want to make time for a stop at Nack5 Stadium Omiya or Saitama Super Arena.
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
Kita Ward
If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Manga Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Higashiomiya
Higashiomiya might not have many top sights, but Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.
