Sapporo

Travel Guide

Sapporo
Sapporo
Sapporo
Sapporo
Sapporo

With ski slopes, parks, beer gardens and festivals, this sprawling city on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido has something to offer year-round.

The vibrant city of Sapporo is one of Japan’s largest cities and most popular tourist destinations. With snow on the ground for about four months of the year, Sapporo is famous for its wintersports and hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics. The city is also a big draw in the summer with its parks, bars and beer gardens.

Relax in Odori Park, a large, grassy expanse with fountains, benches and gardens. It encompasses 12 blocks through central Sapporo. At the eastern end is the Sapporo TV Tower. Travel up to its viewing platform, 295 feet (90 metres) above street level. During February, the park is the setting for the Sapporo Snow Festival, a week-long event with ice sculptures, snow rides and concerts.

During the winter, make your way to the ski resorts in the mountains around Sapporo. Go cross-country skiing at Nakajima Park and try night skiing at Sapporo Bankei Ski Area. Take the children sledding and snow tubing at Mount Moiwa Ski Resort, which has a gentle family slope for beginners. If you’re a non-skier, try computer-simulated ski challenges at the Winter Sports Museum at the foot of the Okurayama Ski jump.

The city is also known for its beer. Learn about the history of the beverage in Japan at the Sapporo Beer Museum. During summer, many beer gardens open up in parks and on the rooftops of buildings across the city.

Try the alcohol with delicious local food. Visit Susukino, the large entertainment district, which is packed with bars, restaurants and nightclubs. Try fresh sushi in the Sushi-ya restaurants or explore Ramen Yokocho, a narrow lane lined with restaurants serving ramen, a popular noodle soup.

Reach Sapporo by flying into New Chitose Airport, which is 30 miles (48.3 kilometres) southeast of the city. Get around Sapporo by public transportation, or by renting a car or bicycle. Visit Sapporo to take advantage of its fantastic skiing, enjoy local cuisine and explore its beautiful outdoor areas.

Where to stay in Sapporo

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Sapporo City Centre

4.5/5(116 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Sapporo City Centre. Odori Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more of Sapporo.

Sapporo City Centre
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Susukino

Spend some time visiting places like Susukino Street while getting to know Susukino, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Susukino Station or Hosui-Susukino Station to see more of the area.

Susukino
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Chuo-ku

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

You might enjoy the skiing while in Chuo-ku. Odori Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station to see more of the city.

Chuo-ku
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Odori

Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops 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.

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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.

Jozankei

Shinsapporo

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Shinsapporo
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
4 out of 5
2-chome-2-2 Kita 6 Johigashi, Higashi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido
The price is RM493 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
RM493
RM551 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sapporo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Odori Park and Sapporo Dome are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (87 reviews)
"A good, functional stay for those looking for clean, modern and comfortable rooms. The hotel is a bit of a walk (unsheltered from elements) from the main train station, think 10-15 minutes depending on your walking pace. Too close for a taxi ride, a bit far for those with lots of luggage. The only ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
4 out of 5
Nishi 1-1, Kita 2 Jyo, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
The price is RM385 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
RM385
RM509 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Sapporo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Incredible view from 22nd floor"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Sapporo Prince Hotel
Sapporo Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
Nishi 11-chome, Minami, 2-jo, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
The price is RM334 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM334
RM413 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Sapporo. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"It is a ok hotel. One feedback is that I booked a triple sharing room and they still give a room for 2 persons and squeezed a bed in for the third person. It makes the room very small for 3. They should have placed us in a larger room. Forza hotel in Kyoto did just that for a triple sharing ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Sapporo Prince Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Minn Chitose
Minn Chitose
3 out of 5
2-1-1 Kashiwadaiminami, Chitose, Hokkaido
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Chitose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (546 reviews)
"Everything about the property is fine- it's spacious and clean. There are 2 shower areas, laundry and a kitchen. The lounge Unfortunately, the nearby outmall mall is now closed despite Google's assurances to the contrary. We were not fans of the check in process either. Even our 22 y at old daughter ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Minn Chitose
Residence Hotel Liberte
Residence Hotel Liberte
4 out of 5
Minami 8-jo Nishi 2-5-30, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Sapporo. Enjoy free WiFi, premium bedding, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Odori Park and Tanukikoji Shopping Street ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"交通方便,步行5分鐘行到中島公園站,13分鐘到狸小路。附近多間便利店,地點寜靜,室內空間大,舒適,廚房設備齊全。性價比高。"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Residence Hotel Liberte
Minn Kitahiroshima Station East
Minn Kitahiroshima Station East
4 out of 5
Chuo, 5-8-1, Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kitahiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Es Con Field Hokkaido and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
"とても満足です。また利用したくなりました。"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Minn Kitahiroshima Station East
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sapporo

4.6
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very nice city with nice people and nice weather I ever met, I will come back again.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Have been to this town many times, safe friendly people, good food, easy to walk n drive around. Beautiful in all seasons.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice city!!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great seafoods

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I love sapporo. I've been there three times. There are varieties of seasonal attractions such as Lavander field, Snow festival, national park and etc. And almost unmentioned about delicious food and fruit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I love the snow, food and drink are wonderful.