Visit Hakodate in Hokkaido, Japan to spend some days of your Hakodate vacation there and create beautiful memories in the historic district or morning markets of Hakodate. You can also visit the Goryokaku park which is a star-shaped fort that offers scenic views from its tower, especially during cherry blossoms. Consider the spring and fall months as the best time to visit Hakodate if you want to spend more time at tourist sites and watch autumn colors.
Get ready for Hakodate sightseeing across the city with cable car rides, Mount Hakodate night view tours, and historic walking tours. Take a Hakodate Bay area cruise ride with waterfront views and try some popular seafood from the morning market like Sushi. You will find some red brick warehouses and a striking Russian Orthodox church on your walking tours.
There are some more Hakodate historical sites including a restored old red brick warehouse Kanemori where you will find many dining, shopping, and entertainment options, and a city museum that you can visit if you have some interest in history.
Go for a guided tour of Hakodate Goryokaku tower with local experts and observe panoramic views of the surrounding cityscape or learn about its role in the Boshin war through detailed exhibits. Watch the seasonal colors of autumn and cherry blossoms if you visit during spring. Enjoy long walks along the Hakodate Bay area with views of the harbor and city and relax in the open spaces and playgrounds of scenic parks.
Relax in the hot spring area of Yunokawa Onsen with seaside views of the bay area and get a reflection of the multicultural past. Spend some time in Onuma Park with your family members having fun with outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, or paddle boating on lakes.
Take the fun of adventurous things to do in Hakodate with sea kayaking tours in Hakodate Bay, skiing and snowboarding on the slopes of Hakodate Nanae Snow Park, and enjoy a day with marine views on fishing excursions. You may spot giant jellyfish, sea urchins, and cucumbers in the rich marine environment of Hakodate or go scuba diving to explore unique marine ecosystems.
Experience the taste of Hakodate food and culture at local restaurants or cultural centers. You will have fresh and diverse options for seafood with crab, sea urchin, squid, delicious Uni, unique style Ramen, and rice dish of Kaisen Don.
Celebrate the Hakodate port festival with local music, food, and dance or seasonal events of Goryokaku park, a summer festival in July with traditional Japanese performances and lively street events. Engage yourself in the festival of maritime heritage with parades, music, dance performances, and fireworks or cultural exhibitions. Enjoy your vacation within your budget with special deals and offers provided by Hakodate tour packages for tourists.
