Fukuoka Airport 16 min
Chikuzen Sumiyoshi (16 min) This Shinto shrine in a tree-filled park was a prominent place in an old province of Japan. Momochi Seaside Park (10 min) Popular manmade beach with a long stretch of sand for volleyball, along with an artificial island. Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (11 min) Museum showcasing exhibits of modern & contemporary art from a variety of Asian countries. Ohori Park (11 min) City park featuring a large lake, waterfront exercise paths, boat rentals & a coffee shop. Maizuru Park (9 min) Cherry blossoms bloom in spring at this serene park featuring the ruins of Fukuoka Castle & a pond. Kushida Shrine (16 min) Founded in 757 CE, this urban site annually hosts the city's largest festival, Hakata Gion Yamakasa. Fukuoka City Museum (9 min) Contemporary museum featuring exhibits on Fukuoka's history, including the King of Na gold seal. Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (31 min) Sprawling leisure space with an amusement park, a campground, a pool & seasonal flower festivals. Fukuoka Art Museum (9 min) Art museum, salvador dalí, museum, art, and art exhibition Tochoji Temple (11 min) Heian-era temple known for its massive wooden Buddha statue & ancient carvings & exhibits. Nokonoshima Island (53 min) This tranquil island is popular for its variety of colorful, seasonal flowers & scenic ocean views. Fukuoka Tower (9 min) Modern skyscraper with an observation deck for panoramic city & bay views, plus dining & a lounge. Nakasu (15 min) Bustling city district on an island offering nighttime entertainment, street food stalls & shops. Nishi Park (5 min) Sprawling park known for its seasonal cherry blossom viewing & panoramas over Hakata Bay. Fukuoka Castle Ruins (7 min) 1600s castle site at a hilltop park with sweeping views & parts of the original walls remaining. |