Bay Area Travel Guide
Hakodate
Popular places to visit
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse
Shop, eat, drink and shop some more in renovated 19th-century warehouses that now feature prominently in a Hakodate-area hot spot.
Fort Goryokaku
Walk around the enchanting grounds of this repurposed military fort shaped like a star and see historic architecture and magnificent cherry blossoms in springtime.
Mount Hakodate
Appreciate captivating views of Hakodate’s skyline, surrounding coast and glittering city lights from atop this central city mountain, accessible via a scenic cable car.
Hakodate Ropeway
With panoramic views of Hakodate and the sea, one of the best nighttime vistas in the world is visible from the top of this gondola ferry.
Goryokaku Tower
Enjoy a unique overlook of Hakodate’s city skyline, surrounding mountain ranges and distant coastline from this modern observation tower and history gallery.
Morning Market
Start your day with delectable fruit, vegetables and freshly made breakfast in this buzzing market selling Hakodate’s freshest seasonal produce and seafood.
Things to do
Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate:Private Full Day Guided Tour in Hakodate
Hakodate Exploration Tour with Private Guide
Top hotels in Bay Area
HakoBA Hakodate by THE SHARE HOTELS
Immediately upon arriving, I was warmly welcomed by the front desk and made to feel like a priority with their proactive and efficient help. The whole process for my check in took less than five minutes and the front desk spoke perfect English which was a breath of fresh air. Anytime I walked past ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
コンドミニアム ビューマウント函館
Overall property condition is pretty new and very clean, bathroom is a bit small but setup very creatively to maximize space utilization. Location is close to tram tracks, so can be a bit noisy. Room has a washer only, no dryer, limited hangers to dry clothes maybe provide a foldable drying rack ...
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari / Hewitt Resort
One of the better hotels we have stayed at. The breakfast buffet was huge and the selection of local fish and vegetables was terrific. Room was relatively large by Japan standards and very comfortable. The important question is would we stay there again. ABSOLUTELY!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Global View Hakodate
Only issue is the walking distance from the station. If you are ok with that it’s very good.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarinoyu
Overall a good stay, but the lack of coffee was a downside, as only tea was provided.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Toyoko Inn Hokkaido Hakodate Ekimae Asaichi
Room was great, breakfast was very Japanese, location was great, staff was nice
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bay Area
Motomachi
Discover Motomachi, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Motomachi include Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Hachimanzaka Slope, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Suehirochō Station.
Shinkawachō
Even though there aren't top sights in Shinkawachō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Morning Market. Jump on the metro at Chitose Station to see more of the city.
Yunokawacho
If you're spending time in Yunokawacho, check out sights like Yunokawa Onsen or Yunokawa Hot Spring and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yunokawa-Onsen Station or Yunokawa Station.
Kikyō
Even though there aren't top sights in Kikyō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Fort Goryokaku. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.
