Chuo Ward
Saitama
Popular places to visit
Saitama Super Arena
Just a short ride north of the city’s downtown, Tokyo’s premier entertainment and sports venue is one of the world’s largest indoor arenas.
Keyaki Hiroba
Shopping, nightlife and a variety of festivals, as well as a famous Christmastime light display, are right next to Saitama Super Arena.
Omiya Park
Find a little bit of everything in this big park, from cherry blossoms to a folklore museum, a shrine and even a small zoo.
Saitama Stadium 2002
Catch an event at Saitama Stadium 2002 during your trip to Saitama. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Omiya Bonsai Art Museum
A collection of more than 120 masterpieces of one of Japan’s most unique art forms is well worth the visit from downtown Tokyo.
Nack5 Stadium Omiya
J2 League’s Omiya Ardija holds it exciting soccer games in an intimate venue that brings you close to the action.
Things to do
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Tokyo: Harry Potter Studio Tour & Optional Tokyo Metro Pass
Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
Top hotels in Chuo Ward
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Amazing stay at Hotel Gracery Shinjuku. Perfect location in the heart of Shinjuku, super clean rooms, and very friendly staff. The Godzilla theme made the experience even more memorable. I would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"Beds quite hard and pillows not that comfortable for us. Could be fine for others. Room was clean. Staff were excellent. Great breakfast. Convenient location."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Great breakfast, and easy check in"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Ours Inn Hankyu
"Stayed in the twin tower and the room was spacious for a Tokyo hotel room. The room was clean and everything in the room worked accordingly. The part that impressed me was how helpful the staff was. I needed to receive a package at this hotel and the hotel staff went above and beyond by coordinating ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
"Great location, great facility. Stayed 14 nights. Used it as our home away from home."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Great clean room helpful staff good location"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chuo Ward
Shintoshin
If you're spending some time in Shintoshin, Saitama Super Arena and Keyaki Hiroba are top sights worth seeing.
Urawa Ward
While visiting Urawa Ward, you might make a stop by sights like The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama and Urawa Art Museum.
Omiya
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Omiya. You might want to make time for a stop at Hikawa Shrine or Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Sakura Ward
While Sakura Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Saitama Super Arena and Nack5 Stadium Omiya.
Minami Ward
If you're spending some time in Minami Ward, Numakage Park and Besshonuma Park are top sights worth seeing.
Bonsaicho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bonsaicho and surrounding area, you can visit Omiya Bonsai Art Museum and Hikawa Shrine.
