Atsuta-ku Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Atsuta-ku
Popular places to visit
Atsuta Jingu Shrine
Head to the outskirts of Nagoya to see one of Japan’s most sacred sites, a gorgeous Shinto monument in the most tranquil of settings.
Nagoya Congress Center
Nagoya Congress Center is just one of the places to see in Nagoya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Shirotori Garden
After visiting Shirotori Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House
You can study the exhibits at Atsuta-Jingu Treasure House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
LEGOLAND Japan
Have a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagashima Spa Land
Enjoy the rides and games at Nagashima Spa Land and see why people love this theme park in Kuwana. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Activities
From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
Cultural Heritage Tour Shirakawa Go and Takayama from Nagoya
Hida Takayama Shirakawa go and Old Town Day Tour From Nagoya
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Nagoya: Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama Old Streets Day Tour
Our pick of the best Atsuta-ku Hotel Deals
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
We enjoyed our stay for 3 nights and breakfast buffet. It was a 15 minute walk to Nagoya Station or take a taxi for 1300 yen.. there is a Mega Don Quixote less than 5 minutes for groceries,liquor, and other essentials.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Nikko Style Nagoya
My favorite hotel in Nagoya has quickly become a top recommendation. The rooms are spacious and beautifully furnished.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Keihan Nagoya
Room is clean but property is a bit old with peeling wall paper. Great location with lots of food options nearby and walkable distance to shopping malls
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Meitetsu Inn Nagoya Nishiki
The hotel was nice, however was very high on price point comparatively given other places we stayed in Japan (despite the grand prix being on, the price of the room was very high for the size/distance from the station), particularly as the room was very small. The staff were friendly during the stay ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
LEGOLAND Japan Hotel
It was a great experience for us especially the 7 and 5 year old. The room was a little hot but nothing a fan couldn’t help with.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Atsuta-ku
Kanayama
The bars and spas are just a few things visitors like about Kanayama. Nagoya-Boston Museum of Fine Arts and NTK Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nishi Takakura Station or Jingu Nishi Station to get around the larger area.
Osu
While you're in Osu, take in top sights like Osu Shopping District or Ran no Yakata, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Osu Kannon Station or Kamimaezu Station.
Naka Ward
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Naka Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Matsuzakaya Museum, and catch the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station to see more of the area.
Sasashimacho
Some popular features of Sasashimacho include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Mode Gakuen Spiral Towers or Midland Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Showa Ward
Get to know Showa Ward and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Watanabe Kenichi Trick Art Museum and Showa Art Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Kawana Station or Gokiso Station to get around the city.
Sakae
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.
