Discover Fukuoka: A 5-Day Adventure

2 cities | 16 attraction(s) | total distance 109 km

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This 5-day itinerary for Fukuoka includes visits to parks, historic sites, downtown areas, and cultural attractions. Enjoy exploring Ohori Park, Fukuoka Castle Ruins, Tenjin Area, Canal City Hakata, Nanzoin, Dazaifu Tenmangu, Uminokamichi Seaside Park, Fukuoka Tower, Marine World, Japanese gardens, museums, and a folk museum. Immerse yourself in the local culture and history while experiencing the beauty of Fukuoka.

Day1: Fukuoka

5 attraction(s) · 11 km

Explore Fukuoka's highlights starting with a serene morning at Ohori Park, then delve into history at the Fukuoka Castle Ruins in Maizuru Park. Head to bustling Tenjin for shopping and dining, followed by a visit to the unique Canal City Hakata for entertainment. Conclude the day with a peaceful stroll along the Naka River at night.

Ōhori Park

Ohori Park

1 km

Ruins of fukuoka city

2 km

Tenjin

Riverside area featuring an underground mall, hip cafes, an art museum & Tenjin Central Park.

2 km

CANAL CITY HAKATA

Sprawling shopping mall with brand-name & specialty stores, dining options & fountain shows.

7 km

Naka River

Day2: Fukuoka

2 attraction(s) · 12 km

Embark on a half-day trip to Nanzoin to see the Great Buddha of Fukuoka, one of the largest reclining Buddha statues in the world, followed by a visit to Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine in the afternoon.

Nanzoin Temple

This 19th-century Buddhist temple features a 41m-long reclining Buddha statue & 4,000+ nokotsudo.

12 km

Dazaifu Tenmangu Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

Popular Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of learning, with a museum & gardens of plum trees.

Day3: Kasuya County > Fukuoka

2 attraction(s) · 4 km

Explore Uminonakamichi Seaside Park for a fun-filled day of gardens, amusement rides, and a zoo, followed by a relaxing afternoon at Shingu Beach and Nata Beach for some beach time.

Shingu Beach

4 km

Naido coast

Day4: Fukuoka

3 attraction(s) · 18 km

Explore Fukuoka Tower for stunning city views, visit Uminonakamichi Marine World for marine life, and unwind at Rakusuien with a traditional tea ceremony in a peaceful garden setting.

Fukuoka Tower

Fukuoka Tower is a seaside tower located in the center of Fukuoka City's seaside Momochi district. It is 234 meters tall and is one of the tallest seaside towers in Japan. The tower is adorned with 8,000 pieces of heat-reflective glass and has an observation deck located at a height of 123 meters, providing a panoramic view of Fukuoka City.

8 km

Marine World

City aquarium featuring diverse marine life & a stadium pool with dolphin & sea lion shows.

10 km

Rakusui-en

Rakusuien is a "green scenic spot" surrounded by characteristic walls in Hakata. Its history can be traced back to the 39th year of the Meiji era (1906), when it was a villa for Hakata merchants, and later rebuilt into a circular water-style Japanese garden. In 1995 (Heisei 7), the garden was renovated and opened to the public by Fukuoka City, and to commemorate its history, it was named Rakusuien. Rakusuien holds different events almost every month, such as tea ceremony classes, yukata wearing classes, gratitude festivals, matcha tasting activities, and more. In addition, there are rooms available for a fee, such as tea rooms, iris rooms, and camellia rooms.

Day5: Fukuoka

4 attraction(s) · 8 km

Explore Fukuoka's rich history and culture with visits to the Fukuoka City Museum, Fukuoka Art Museum, Shofuen Japanese garden, and Hakatamachiya Furusatokan folk museum, offering a blend of historical landmarks, artistic treasures, and traditional experiences.

Fukuoka City Museum

Fukuoka City is located in the western end of the curved Japanese archipelago, close to the Eurasian continent and the Korean Peninsula. As a former hub of foreign exchange, Fukuoka City Museum showcases the history and culture of this city. Inside the museum, visitors can closely admire the precious artifacts and exhibits of Fukuoka City, experiencing the unique charm of this city.

3 km

Fukuoka Art Museum

Fukuoka City Art Museum, located in Ohori Park, Fukuoka City, officially opened in 1979 and showcases representative works of Kyushu region painters. In addition, works by surrealist painters such as Miró and Dali are also permanent exhibits at this museum.

2 km