Gionmachi
Fukuoka
Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Dazaifu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
From Fukuoka: Miyazaki, Takachiho Gorge and Shrines Day Tour
Japan: Takachiho Gorge & Aso Volcano Kusasenri Day Tour (with Boating)
teamLab Forest Fukuoka an Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Top hotels in Gionmachi
Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion
Wonderful hotel, location and service 💯
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hakata - Gion
We wanted to do early check-in and the lady who spoke with when I called was very helpful. The room was clean and they have really good hot water!!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
APA Hotel Hakata Gion Ekimae
the staff was kind, the room was clean.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Good and extremely convenient hotel
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
Clean and spacious room, well stocked amenities, nice location
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel New Otani Hakata
Very couteous staff
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gionmachi
Hakata Ekimae
Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
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.
Nishinakasu
While visiting Nishinakasu, you might make a stop by sights like Fukuhaku Deai Bridge and Former Prefectural Hall & Official Guest House.
Sumiyoshi
While visiting Sumiyoshi, you might make a stop by sights like Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens.
Susakimachi
Susakimachi is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Hakataekihigashi
While Hakataekihigashi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
