Maruyama-Koen円山公園
A shrine in the forest at the foot of Mt. Maruyama. Together with Maruyama Park next door, it is a cherry-blossom spot in spring.
- Temples, shrines & churches
- Nature
- about 60 min
- Free
Subway · About 30 min from Sapporo ・ Change at Odori to the Tozai Line for Maruyama-Koen, then about 15 minutes on foot
Sapporo guide
Odori Park, the Clock Tower and the red-brick former government office are all within walking distance on a grid of streets. Hokkaido's main city, also known for ramen, beer and the night view from Mt. Moiwa.
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Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower
A long park running east–west through the city center, and the site of the winter Snow Festival. The TV Tower at its east end looks over it.
- Nature
- Views
about 60 minPartly paidWheelchair & stroller friendly
Walk · About 12 min from Sapporo ・ 3.0km from here
- 2
Sapporo Clock Tower
A wooden hall built in 1878 as the drill hall of Sapporo Agricultural College. The clock still chimes, and there is a small museum inside.
- History & buildings
about 30 minPaid entryFine on a rainy dayWheelchair & stroller friendly
Walk · About 10 min from Sapporo ・ 2.9km from here
- 3
Former Hokkaido Government Office (Red Brick Office)
A red-brick government building from 1888. The front garden with its ponds and trees is a short, pleasant walk from the station.
- History & buildings
- Museums
about 45 minPaid entryFine on a rainy dayWheelchair & stroller friendly
Walk · About 8 min from Sapporo ・ 2.5km from here
- 4
Mt. Moiwa
The hill for Sapporo's night view, looking down on the city lights. A ropeway and a mini cable car take you to the top.
- Views
- Night views
about 60 minFreeWheelchair & stroller friendly
Ropeway · About 60 min from Sapporo ・ Subway to Susukino, streetcar to Ropeway Iriguchi, then the shuttle bus and ropeway ・ 3.7km from here
- 6
Sapporo Beer Museum
A beer museum in a red-brick Meiji-era building. The beer hall next door serves jingisukan, grilled lamb.
- History & buildings
- Food & markets
about 60 minFreeFine on a rainy dayPartly step-free
Bus · About 25 min from Sapporo ・ Bus from the north exit of Sapporo Station to Sapporo Beer Garden ・ 4.4km from here
Facilities & features
- Elevators available (the route may be longer)
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