Sapporo 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover the highlights of Sapporo efficiently, in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed, English-speaking guide!

Sapporo, the vibrant capital of Hokkaido, blends elegant cityscapes with northern nature. Stroll the green expanse of Odori Park, see the historic Clock Tower and the handsome red-brick Former Hokkaido Government Office, and enjoy city views from the Sapporo TV Tower. Pay your respects at Hokkaido Jingu, ride up Mt. Moiwa for a sweeping panorama of city and mountains, and sample fresh seafood at the lively Nijo Market. We can also visit the romantic canal town of Otaru, famed for its gas-lit waterway and glassware.

We welcome you to come and explore the unique scenery, history and flavors of Sapporo with us!

Note*1: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government and requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

What's Included

Private vehicle
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Lunch, and Other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Sapporo Station

Your guide will be waiting outside of the ticket gate at JR Sapporo station holding a sign with the lead traveler's name.After meeting your guide, guide will escort to the vehicle.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Sapporo Clock Tower

    Visit the Sapporo Clock Tower, one of the city's most beloved landmarks. Built in 1878 during Hokkaido's pioneer era, this charming wooden building still chimes on the hour and houses a small museum on the city's early history.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Odori Park

    Walk through Odori Park, a lush green belt running through the heart of downtown Sapporo. Stretching roughly 1.5 km, it offers fountains, flowerbeds and seasonal events, and is the main venue for the famous Sapporo Snow Festival.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Former Hokkaido Government Office Building

    Admire the Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, an elegant red-brick neo-baroque landmark completed in 1888. Affectionately known as 'Akarenga' (Red Bricks), it is surrounded by gardens and ponds and remains a symbol of Sapporo's pioneer history.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Sapporo TV Tower

    See the Sapporo TV Tower standing at the eastern end of Odori Park. Completed in 1957, this 147-meter red tower is an icon of the city skyline, and its observation deck offers panoramic views over Odori Park and the surrounding mountains.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Hokkaido Jingu

    Visit Hokkaido Jingu (Hokkaido Shrine) in tranquil Maruyama Park, the most important Shinto shrine on the island. Founded in 1869, it enshrines the guardian deities of Hokkaido's development and is a peaceful spot surrounded by forest, famous for cherry blossoms in spring.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Mt. Moiwa

    Ride the ropeway to the summit of Mt. Moiwa, rising over 500 meters above the city. The observation deck commands a sweeping panorama of Sapporo and is celebrated as one of Japan's finest night views, with the lights of the city spreading out below.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Nijo Market

    Explore Nijo Market, a lively downtown market that has served Sapporo for over a century. Narrow lanes are packed with stalls offering fresh Hokkaido seafood such as crab, sea urchin and salmon roe, alongside local produce and casual seafood-bowl eateries.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Japan Guide Agency
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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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