Fukuoka Airport 27 min
Shika Island (51 min) An iconic gold seal was once found at this low-key getaway with beaches, parks & restaurants. Momochi Seaside Park (15 min) Popular manmade beach with a long stretch of sand for volleyball, along with an artificial island. Nokonoshima Island Park (50 min) Lush recreational landscape with vibrant flowers, sports activities, a mini zoo & sweeping vistas. Maizuru Park (19 min) Cherry blossoms bloom in spring at this serene park featuring the ruins of Fukuoka Castle & a pond. Nakasu (26 min) Bustling city district on an island offering nighttime entertainment, street food stalls & shops. Fukuoka City Museum (13 min) Contemporary museum featuring exhibits on Fukuoka's history, including the King of Na gold seal. Fukuoka Castle Ruins (22 min) 1600s castle site at a hilltop park with sweeping views & parts of the original walls remaining. Fukuoka Art Museum (23 min) Art museum, salvador dalí, museum, art, and art exhibition Marine World (39 min) City aquarium featuring diverse marine life & a stadium pool with daily dolphin & sea lion shows. Nokonoshima Island (45 min) This tranquil island is popular for its variety of colorful, seasonal flowers & scenic ocean views. Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (42 min) Sprawling leisure space with an amusement park, a campground, a pool & seasonal flower festivals. Tochoji Temple (22 min) Heian-era temple known for its massive wooden Buddha statue & ancient carvings & exhibits. Ohori Park (20 min) City park featuring a large lake, waterfront exercise paths, boat rentals & a coffee shop. Kushida Shrine (27 min) Founded in 757 CE, this urban site annually hosts the city's largest festival, Hakata Gion Yamakasa. Fukuoka Tower (13 min) Modern skyscraper with an observation deck for panoramic city & bay views, plus dining & a lounge. |