Naka Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Naka Ward
Popular places to visit
Nagoya Castle
Originally just a castle town, Nagoya has grown to be one the largest cities in Japan. See where it all began at this impressive downtown attraction.
Osu Shopping District
During your visit to Nagoya, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Osu Shopping District. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER
Learn about the local history of Nagoya when you take a trip to Chubu Electric MIRAI TOWER. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nagoya City Science Museum
You can study the exhibits at Nagoya City Science Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Shirakawa Park
Shirakawa Park 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.
Osu Kannon Temple
Osu Kannon Temple is just one of the places to see in Nagoya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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
Nagoya: Kamikochi Autumn Hiking & Photography Tour
Hida Takayama Shirakawa go and Old Town Day Tour From Nagoya
Kyoto tour: 3 Photogenic Sites from Nagoya with Lunch
Our pick of the best Naka Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel JAL City Nagoya Nishiki
"Great hotel, very helpful staff members."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Meitetsu Inn Nagoya Nishiki
"Overall, a good business hotel in a very convenient location with easy access to multiple subway lines, Nagoya Station, Nagoya Castle, Mirai Tower, and Oasis 21. I enjoyed the free breakfast with decent variety, welcome drinks, and thoughtful extras like free toiletries. My room was small but well ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
KOKO HOTEL Nagoya Sakae
"Staff was incredibly helpful in answering questions about the local area and in holding our luggage before and after our reservation. All staff we encountered spoke English which is always helpful. Room was clean with only minor evidence of wear (older carpet and marks on walls). Beds were comfy, ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
HOTEL ERENOA
"Amazing service, easy to reach via centrair limousine bus from chubu airport. Clean and spacious room with an excellent bathroom. Staff very helpful and amenities a plenty."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Keihan Nagoya
"Helpful staff, good amenities, tourist friendly area."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Nagoya Tokyu Hotel
"Toilet on the room has to be more cleaned."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Naka Ward
Nagoya City Centre
Museums, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by Nagoya City Science Museum or Winc Aichi while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.
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.
Meieki
While you're in Meieki, take in top sights like Midland Square or Winc Aichi, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Meitetsu Nagoya Station or Kokusai Center Station.
Centrair
Though Centrair may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Flight of Dreams and Aeon Mall Tokoname.
Nishiki
Hot springs, coffee shops and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Nishiki. Sights like Sunshine Sakae and Sakura Avenue Lind with Ginkgo Tree are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Nagoya area at Fushimi Station.
