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Sapporo TV Tower which includes night scenes, a city and landscape views

Sapporo JR Tower featuring a city and night scenes

Mount Moiwa showing landscape views, snow and mountains

Sapporo showing a city, landscape views and a sunset

Sapporo which includes night scenes, a city and street scenes

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1. Sapporo Dome

Though the Sapporo Dome is best known as the home ground of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters and the soccer team Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo, it is a tourist destination in its own right. Perfect for sports fans of all kinds and featuring the world’s first “hovering” soccer field, it is full of activities even on days when concerts or sports games are not taking place. Take a tour of the stadium, jog through the nearby grounds or go up to the observation deck and look out onto the rolling nearby hills.

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Sapporo Dome featuring modern architecture

2. Odori Park

On an action-packed visit to Sapporo, Odori Park is both a destination and a space for relaxation. Stretched out over 1 mile (1.5 kilometers) or 12 city blocks down the center of the city, the park separates the northern administrative districts from the southern, residential and commercial districts. Stop here for a picnic lunch amid its 92 types of trees while visiting the city or come for one of the many festivals that set up on the plazas any time of the year. The famous Sapporo Snow Festival is one popular example.

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3. Hokkaido University

Go on a self-guided tour of Hokkaido University and glimpse the daily activities of the city’s higher education students. Hokkaido University is famous for its leafy gardens and buildings that showcase varying architectural styles. Visit the campus museum to see collections that honor everything from a university founder, to Nobel laureates and natural science exhibits.

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Hokkaido University featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a small group of people

4. Nakajima Park

Like Hokkaido itself, Nakajima Park changes with the seasons but is lovely year round. This 52-acre (21-hectare) urban oasis gathers a charming collection of natural features and cultural institutions in a picturesque setting beneath Mount Moiwa. Come see why the city park, created on the site of an abandoned lumberyard, has become a favorite for locals and visitors.

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5. Nijo Market

Hokkaido is known for producing some of Japan’s finest seafood and there’s no better place to try it than this famous Nijo “Ichiba” (market). The huge market is a popular place for locals and tourists alike to shop for fresh and prepared fish. Even if you don’t usually eat seafood, it’s worth taking a stroll through this market just to enjoy the busy atmosphere.

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6. Sapporo TV Tower

Sapporo TV Tower stands in the background of many tourist pictures of Sapporo. Some of the most famous pictures of the city can be taken from the tower too. The iron structure, vaguely reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, offers spectacular views of Odori Park, the skyline of the city and the snow-capped mountains rising in the distance. A landmark of the city since its construction in 1957, Sapporo TV Tower holds a beloved place in locals’ hearts. Bring a camera to take impressive photos.

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Sapporo Dome

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Watch the excitement of baseball and soccer games, shop, eat or climb to an observation deck for panoramic views of Sapporo and its surroundings.

Odori Park

4.5/5(156 reviews)

Sapporo’s main thoroughfare has been transformed into a long municipal park, also the city’s premier venue for festivals throughout the year.

Riverside trail below the suspension bridge

Jozankei Hot Spring

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Jozankei Hot Spring during your travels to Sapporo. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.

Hokkaido University

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Enjoy a day in the life of Sapporo’s university students and professors while wandering the tree-lined avenues and riverfront walks of this elegant campus.

Tanukikoji Shopping Street

4.5/5(133 reviews)

During your trip to Sapporo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.

Otaru Canal

4.5/5(118 reviews)

During your trip to Otaru, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Otaru Canal. Discover the hot springs and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

Nakajima Park

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Visit this popular city park to walk among the trees, admire outdoor sculptures and historical architecture or simply relax by the pond.

Nijo Market

4/5(58 reviews)

Experience the typical community atmosphere at this historic seafood market, the place where you can get one of the best breakfasts in Sapporo.

Sapporo TV Tower

4/5(121 reviews)

The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.

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Sapporo City Centre

4.5/5(314 area reviews)

Odori Park and Tanukikoji Shopping Street are top sights in Sapporo City Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more sights in the area.

Susukino

Numerous restaurants, bars, and hotels in this adult-oriented neighborhood offers a lively atmosphere. Savor Sapporo ramen at Ganso Rāmen Yokochō and Shin Rāmen Yokochō for a memorable culinary experience.

Chuo-ku

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Central ward Chūō-ku offers a mix of city administration, entertainment facilities, and historical sites. Explore Susukino's vibrant bars and pubs, visit Odori Park, or take a ropeway to Mt. Moiwa's panoramic views. Convenient transport options available.

Odori

Shopping, hot springs, and coffeehouses highlight some notable features of Odori. Make a stop by Odori Park or Tanukikoji Shopping Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Hatchome Stop or Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop to get around town.

Jozankei

Jozankei is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jozankei Hot Spring and Kokusai Ski Resort.

Hokkaido Chuo Bus Tsukisamu-Higashi 1-19 Bus Stop

Shinsapporo

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Shinsapporo include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Sapporo Science Center or Sunpiazza Aquarium while you're exploring the area.