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2-Day Hakodate City Tour with Mount Hakodate Night View

2 Days Round trip from Japan Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the iconic Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses and explore their shops, cafés, and waterfront views
  • 02 Walk through the cultural heart of Hakodate in the Motomachi District, filled with colonial-era architecture and churches
  • 03 Discover Goryōkaku Park, a unique star-shaped former fortress now transformed into a tranquil public park
  • 04 Ascend Goryōkaku Tower for panoramic views of the star fort and the surrounding cityscape
  • 05 Witness the breathtaking night view from Mount Hakodate, one of the top three night views in Japan
  • 06 Explore Hakodate Morning Market and sample fresh seafood and local delicacies

Discover the charm, history, and natural beauty of Hakodate on this immersive 2-day guided tour. Ride the iconic tram through the city's historic quarters, explore the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses, and stroll through the picturesque Motomachi District with its international heritage. Visit the star-shaped Goryōkaku Park and admire panoramic views from Goryōkaku Tower before experiencing the breathtaking night view from Mount Hakodate, ranked among Japan's top three night views. On the second day, experience local life at Hakodate Morning Market, where fresh seafood and local specialties are on display.

Experience the breathtaking night view from the summit, often ranked among Japan's top three night views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Hakodate
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Historic Hakodate and Mount Hakodate Night View

  • Meet your guide at 9:00 a.m. at the striking red sculpture "Oyako" (Parent and Child) in front of Hakodate Station.
  • Ride the iconic Hakodate tram through the city's historic quarters.

  • Enjoy a guided walking tour through the "old part" of Hakodate and learn about its unique international heritage.

  • Explore the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses, once bustling trading posts and now home to shops, restaurants, and cultural exhibits.

  • Savor a local lunch near Hakodate Port, with time for sightseeing and shopping.

  • Discover the Motomachi District, filled with foreign consulates, colonial-style buildings, and hillside churches.

  • Visit Goryōkaku Park, a star-shaped former fort now transformed into a scenic public park.

  • Ascend Goryōkaku Tower and admire panoramic views of the park's geometric shape and the surrounding cityscape.

  • Travel to Mount Hakodate in the evening.

  • Experience the breathtaking night view from the summit, often ranked among Japan's top three night views.

  • Return to your hotel in Hakodate by 9:00 p.m. for an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Morning Market and Cultural Walks in Hakodate

  • Begin your day with a morning visit to Hakodate Morning Market, where fresh seafood and local specialties are on display.
  • Enjoy breakfast or a light snack from the vendors offering fresh uni, crab, and squid.

  • Walk through Asaichi Street and experience the local food culture and shopping scene.

  • Revisit any parts of Motomachi, the Red Brick Warehouses, or Goryōkaku Park that were not fully explored on Day 1.

  • Optionally take a short tram ride to enjoy another historical stop or neighborhood in central Hakodate.

  • Conclude the tour in the early afternoon with an optional lunch or free time before departing.

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses, Motomachi District, Goryōkaku Park, Mount Hakodate night view

Where this trip takes you

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses, Motomachi District, Goryōkaku Park, Mount Hakodate night view

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Japan 1 city · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Admission fees to all sightseeing attractions listed in the itinerary
  • A native English-speaking (American) tour guide for the full duration of the tour

What's Not Included

  • Hotel accommodation costs for 1 night and 2 days. Guests must reserve and pay for their own hotel rooms.
  • Lunch and dinner during the tour

  • Any snacks or drinks purchased during the tour

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
In front of Hakodate Station at the red sculpture.
Tour start
Japan, 〒040-0063 Hokkaido, Hakodate, Wakamatsuchō, 12−12 函館駅
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Japan.

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