Bay Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Hakodate:Private Full Day Guided Tour in Hakodate
Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Bay Area
Motomachi
Discover Motomachi, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Motomachi include Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Motomachi Catholic Church, 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 Hakodate Kikyo Takadai Park Golf Course. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.