Minami Ward Travel Guide
Fukuoka
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Kyushu University
Explore the campus of Kyushu University during your travels in Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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
Fukuoka: Hakata Doll Colorful Painting Shared Activity
Fukuoka: Seafood Market and Local Flavors Tour with Dazaifu
Top hotels in Minami Ward
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
"Convenient to Hakata station, the hotel is a great place to stay in Fukuoka. The breakfast buffet had a wide selection of Japanese and Western style. Very beautiful inside as well."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka
"Very clean, convenient, good location"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
"First time at this hotel and probably will not stay here again. It is far from the station and the hotel was old. Needs renovation and the bathrooms were small. Free breakfast that was okay. Skipped it on the last day. Liked the fresh food market nearby."
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
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
Tokyu Stay Hakata
"Rooms are clean and hotel is in a convenient location by the station. We had a room on the railway tracks which was very noisy. A train passed through every 2 minutes. The hotel is nice and relatively modern. The rooms are small, washing machine is pretty useless but only ok if you plan on putting ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Shiobaru
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shiobaru and surrounding area, you can visit LaLaport Fukuoka and Yanagibashi Rengo Market.
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.
Sumiyoshi
While visiting Sumiyoshi, you might make a stop by sights like Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens.
Yakuin
Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Hakataekihigashi
While Hakataekihigashi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
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.
