Chuo Ward
Fukuoka
Popular places to visit
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Cheer on the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, one of Japan’s most beloved and successful baseball teams, in a hyper-modern stadium.
Ohori Park
Stylish stone bridges lead to the islands decorating the lake in a central park filled with museums, gardens and shrines.
Yatai
These riverside street food stalls are regional icons, showcasing tastes and culinary innovations, while providing scenic vistas of the water and city center.
Tenjin Underground Mall
Burrow into this subterranean lair for a maze of avenues flanked by diverse shops and restaurants that lie beneath central Tenjin.
Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store
During your visit to Fukuoka, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Department Store. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Japan: Takachiho Gorge & Aso Volcano Kusasenri Day Tour (with Boating)
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Mount Aso & Kurokawa Onsen: A Kyushu Day Trip
From Fukuoka: Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge and Shrines Day Tour
Fukuoka Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Plaza Hotel Premier
"We had a pleasant stay at Plaza Hotel Premier Fukuoka. The room was the usual compact size for a Japanese hotel, but the central location was excellent — perfect for exploring the city."
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
"Staff was so helpful & caring!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin
"Enjoyed my stay! Very small room so happy I was solo and it wasn’t for too long, but that was exactly as expected. Staff were very helpful, I was even able to weigh my luggage in the lobby. Laundry is available on the 4th and 7th floors, and you either have to pay with exact change (with only 100, ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
HOTEL IL PALAZZO
The OneFive Fukuoka Tenjin
"I like the hotel because it’s near to a few stores and also really close to the train station, the street food it’s close, the staff are very friendly and nice."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
"10年前に主人と福岡に行った時に泊まった事がありました。その時とても居心地が良かったです。地下鉄の駅もバスセンターも近いのでとても便利です。また福岡に行く前にお世話になりますね❗"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Daimyō
While you're in Daimyō, take in top sights like Solaria Plaza and jump on the metro at Akasaka Station to see more of the city.
Yakuin
Be sure to check out the restaurants and gardens while you're strolling through Yakuin, and hop on the metro at Yakuin-odori Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Tenjin
Unique features of Tenjin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Solaria Plaza or Yatai while you're exploring the area.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Kawabatadori Shopping Street during your time in the area.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Asian Art Museum if you have time to explore the area.
