Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Port of Hakata
Explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata, a popular spot to commune with nature in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Ohori Park
Stylish stone bridges lead to the islands decorating the lake in a central park filled with museums, gardens and shrines.
Momochi Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Momochi Beach during your travels in Fukuoka? Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Things to do
Fukuoka: Mojiko Port, Kokura Castle & Shrine 1-Day Trip
Japan: Takachiho Gorge & Aso Volcano Kusasenri Day Tour (with Boating)
From Fukuoka: Kumamoto Castle and Mount Aso Day Trip
From Fukuoka: Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge and Shrines Day Tour
Day Tour to Miyazaki Takachiho Gorge & Shrine depart from Fukuoka
Fukuoka: Hakata Doll Colorful Painting Shared Activity
Top hotels in Hamao
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
"A comfortable, quiet and modern hotel in a good location near Haneda station"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka
"Great location close to Hakata Station and canal city, and the onsen is nice to use at the end of the day."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Nest Hotel Hakata Station
"Room was small, as is typical in Japan. Not a lot place to put luggage and purchases for three people. No dresser to put clothes in, and nowhere to hang used towels. Excellent location, easy walk to Hakata station."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
"Great onsen and room"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
"Good hotel, close to tenjin station and busses. Convenient to catch the airport line for the airport."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Plaza Hotel Premier
"We had a pleasant stay at Plaza Hotel Premier Fukuoka. The room was the usual compact size for a Japanese hotel, but the central location was excellent — perfect for exploring the city."
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Where to stay in Hamao
Tenjin
Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area.
Hakata Ward
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Hakata Ward. If sightseeing is on the list, Canal City Hakata is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Higashi-Hie Station or Fukuoka Airport Station to see more of the area.
Hakata Ekimae
Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
Chuo Ward
Chuo Ward is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Akasaka Station or Sakurazaka Station to explore sights like Port of Hakata.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Kawabatadori Shopping Street during your time in the area.
