Bay Area
Hakodate
Popular places to visit
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse
Shop, eat, drink and shop some more in renovated 19th-century warehouses that now feature prominently in a Hakodate-area hot spot.
Fort Goryokaku
Walk around the enchanting grounds of this repurposed military fort shaped like a star and see historic architecture and magnificent cherry blossoms in springtime.
Mount Hakodate
Appreciate captivating views of Hakodate’s skyline, surrounding coast and glittering city lights from atop this central city mountain, accessible via a scenic cable car.
Hakodate Ropeway
With panoramic views of Hakodate and the sea, one of the best nighttime vistas in the world is visible from the top of this gondola ferry.
Goryokaku Tower
Enjoy a unique overlook of Hakodate’s city skyline, surrounding mountain ranges and distant coastline from this modern observation tower and history gallery.
Hakodate Morning Market
Start your day with delectable fruit, vegetables and freshly made breakfast in this buzzing market selling Hakodate’s freshest seasonal produce and seafood.
Things to do
Hakodate:Private Full Day Guided Tour in Hakodate
Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate Private Customizable Full Day Tour
Port Pick-Up: Hakodate Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Top hotels in Bay Area
HakoBA Hakodate by THE SHARE HOTELS
The check-in process was a bit difficult as their check in machine did not pull my phone number and the confirmation number they had was not at all similar to the one I received from Hotels.com, which was frustrating. After that, it was okay--but there was no microwave in the room, which was a little ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov, 2025
コンドミニアム ビューマウント函館
Overall property condition is pretty new and very clean, bathroom is a bit small but setup very creatively to maximize space utilization. Location is close to tram tracks, so can be a bit noisy. Room has a washer only, no dryer, limited hangers to dry clothes maybe provide a foldable drying rack ...
Reviewed on 12 Jul, 2025
Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarinoyu
The in-room laundry was a great perk.
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Premier Hotel - Cabin President - Hakodate
Excellent
Reviewed on 3 Dec, 2025
Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari / Hewitt Resort
The buffet is one of the best ones I have ever had!
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
JR Inn Hakodate
Great location, right next to the Hakodate JR station. The hotel is popular, that makes it crowded. The room is small, it has a dinning table which takes up a lot of space. The public bath is nice but full of people at all time. The 12F lounge area provides free coffee and tea which is very nice ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bay Area
Motomachi
Discover Motomachi, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Motomachi include Hachimanzaka Slope and Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Suehirochō Station.
Shinkawachō
Even though there aren't top sights in Shinkawachō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Morning Market. Jump on the metro at Chitose Station to see more of the city.
Yunokawacho
If you're spending time in Yunokawacho, check out sights like Yunokawa Onsen or Yunokawa Hot Spring and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yunokawa-Onsen Station or Yunokawa Station.
Kikyō
Even though there aren't top sights in Kikyō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Fort Goryokaku. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.
