Among the many popular tourist spots in Hokkaido, Sapporo and Otaru are considered two must-visit cities. Both have convenient access from New Chitose Airport. Additionally, Asahikawa is not only famous for the Asahiyama Zoo, but also the beautiful scenery of Furano and Biei. Hokkaido is highly recommended for family trips because it is full of spots that can be enjoyed by children as well as adults.
Enjoy the Major Sightseeing Spots: A Hokkaido Family Trip Itinerary
A travel plan centered on Sapporo, where you have access to a number of traveling methods, is the recommended course. You can visit many popular sightseeing spots in a short period of time. We will introduce plans of major tourist spots in Sapporo, Asahiyama, and Otaru.
Day 1: Shin Chitose Airport → Travel by JR about 40 minutes → Arrive in Sapporo → City tour (Sapporo Clock Tower, TV tower, etc.) → Overnight stay in Sapporo
Day 2: Depart Sapporo → Travel by JR about 1 hour 20 minutes → Get off at Asahikawa station and take a bus for about 40 minutes → Visit the Asahiyama Zoo → Stay overnight around Asahikawa Station
Explore Central Hokkaido from Asahikawa
Day 3: From Asahikawa Station to Biei by JR, about 33 minutes → Sightseeing in Biei → Accommodation in Asahikawa Station
Day 4: Move from Asahikawa Station by JR About 2 hours 30 minutes → Sightseeing in Sapporo → Sapporo City
The Great Hokkaido City of Sapporo to Stay as a Hub For Your Hokkaido Trip
Day 5: Sapporo → Travel by JR for about 40 minutes → Sightseeing in Otaru → Ride the JR for about 1 hour, 15 minutes → Arrive at New Chitose Airport
Discover the Beauty of Historic Otaru Hokkaido
Recommended Hotels for Family Trips
In Sapporo City there are many convenient hotels for sightseeing. Among them, we will introduce some hotels that are especially good for families.
JR Inn Sapporo
Just a 2-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station, the location is within walking distance of major city sights and dining districts. For breakfast, bread and salad are provided free of charge. Recommended for those who want to stay in Sapporo, but also plan to do a lot of sightseeing. It’s also accessible to downtown Sapporo, making it highly convenient to visit restaurants and more.
Spot information
- Spot name: JR Inn Sapporo
- Street address: kita 3 jonishi, 1 chome 10, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Access: 2 minutes from JR Sapporo Station
Roiton Sapporo
This hotel features spacious rooms for families.These are convenient and comfortable rooms in a refined space. Breakfast is a buffet style meal in an open-feeling restaurant. The hotel facilities, such as the pool, allow for lots of quality family time.
Spot information
- Spot name: Roiton Sapporo
- Street address: 11 chome kita 1 jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Access: Approximately 3 minutes on foot from Nishi-Juitchome Station
Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa
This hotel is convenient for sightseeing at the Asahiyama zoo. It is also close to Asahikawa Station, and the bus station for Asahiyama Zoo is just a 2-minute walk. The rooms are superior, and include Japanese-style rooms for families. For breakfast, you can taste a rich menu served buffet style. Inside is a restaurant where you can enjoy meals leisurely, even with small children. There are also hot-spring facilities in the hotel, so you can relax your tired body after sightseeing.
Spot information
- Spot name: Hotel WBF Grande Asahikawa
- Street address: 10 chome-3-3 Miyashitadori, Asahikawa, Hokkaido
- Access: About 2 minutes on foot from JR Asahikawa Station
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