3 days 2 nights model course for touring Sapporo and Otaru without a car
For those who want to enjoy Hokkaido without a car and are thinking about a 3 days 2 nights trip, I recommend a model course for Sapporo and Otaru. It is an enjoyable plan even without a car, so please use it as a reference.
Sapporo (Hokkaido)
- Hokkaido
- Sapporo
- Otaru
- Model itinerary
- No car
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
Update day: 2024/08/19
Destination of this trip
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
DAY 1
Sightseeing mainly in Sapporo
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START
Getting from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo City in 37 minutes
1 New Chitose Airport
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▲From PIXTA 「At New Chitose Airport」
When visiting Sapporo in Hokkaido,make use of the accessible New Chitose Airport. By taking the 'Rapid Airport' train, it is possible to reach downtown Sapporo from the airport in just 37 minutes.
2 minutes by walk37 minutes to Sapporo
by 'Rapid Airport' train -
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Arrival!
Enjoy soup curry near Sapporo Station
2 Soup Curry Okushiba Shouten Souseiji-Ekimae
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▲Image source: From the official website of Soup Curry Okushiba Shouten.
Upon arriving in downtown Sapporo, start by having some soup curry. 'Soup Curry Okushiba Shouten Souseiji-Ekimae,' which also has a branch in Tokyo, is located just a 2-minute walk from Sapporo Station.
Soup Curry Okushiba Shouten Souseiji-Ekimae
- Address
- Pearl Town Dining Street, Hokuren Building B1F, 1-1 Kita 4 Jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Access
- 2 minutes' walk from Sapporo Station
- Business Hours
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11:00 AM - 3:00 PM （Last order: 2:30 PM）
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM （Last order: 9:00 PM） - Closed Day
- Irregular closing days
- Budget
- ¥2,000 - ¥2,999
10 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
Events may be held if the timing is right
3 Odori Park
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▲From PIXTA 「Sapporo City, Odori Park」
Odori Park extends about 1.5 kilometers across the center of Sapporo, east to west. The famous 'Sapporo Snow Festival' is held here. If the timing is right, you might also be able to meet a lot of other events being held. Take your time to enjoy a walk if the weather is nice.
Odori Park
- Address
- 1-12 Odorinishi Chuo-ku, Sapporo-city, Hokkaido 060-0042 Japan
- Access
- Direct access from Odori Subway Station
5 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
Rest at a cafe close to Odori Park.
4 Snow Brand Parlor Main Store
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▲From PIXTA 「Snow Brand Parlor Main Store」
There are various cafes near Odori Park. After exploring the park, take a break and enjoy a delicious parfait. 'Snow Brand Parlor,' established in 1961, is famous for its Snow Royal Vanilla Ice Cream, originally made for Emperor Showa.
Snow Brand Parlor Main Store
- Address
- 1F Seimei Sapporo Bldg 3-1-31 Kita 2jo Nishi, Chuo-Ku Taiyo , Sapporo 060-0002 Hokkaido
- Access
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5-minute walk from 'Sapporo' station on the Subway Namboku Line
5-minute walk from 'Odori' subway station - Business Hour
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM （Last order at 6:30 PM）
- Closed Day
- Closed during New Year holidays
- Budget
- ¥1,000 - ¥2,999
- 5 minutes by subway
Subway Maruyama Park Station15 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
A 15-minute walk from the station
5 Maruyama Zoo
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▲From PIXTA 「SAPPORO MARUYAMA ZOO POLAR BEAR MUSEUM」
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▲From PIXTA 「Maruyama Zoo」
Maruyama Zoo, known for its polar bear breeding achievements, is accessible in about 15 minutes by train from downtown Sapporo. In addition to polar bears, the zoo also features penguins, seals, and approximately 150 other northern animal species, offering full of exciting sights.
A bus service is available from Maruyama Park Station to the zoo (travel time: about 8 minutes under normal conditions), so using the bus might be a good option depending on the timing.Maruyama Zoo
- Address
- 3-1 Miyagaoka Chuo-ku,Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido 064-0959 Japan
- Access
- 15-minute walk from Maruyama Park Subway Station
- Business Hour
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Summer (March 1 - October 31): 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM)
Winter (November 1 - end of February): 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM) - Budget
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Adult: ¥800
High School Students: ¥400
Elementary & Middle School Students: Free
- 15 minutes by walk
15 minutes by train7 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
Enjoy the finest Jingisukan for dinner
6 Daruma Main Store
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▲From PIXTA 「Hokkaido Sapporo, Daruma Main Store (Jingisukan)」
When in Hokkaido, definitely try the local specialty Jingisukan. 'Daruma Main Store' has been serving since 1954.
Daruma Main Store
- Address
- Crystal Building 1F, Minami 5-jo Nishi 4, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Access
- 7-minute walk from both Subway Namboku Line Susukino Station and Nakajima Koen Station
- Business Hour
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Budget
- ¥3,000 - ¥3,999
5 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
End your night with a parfait in Susukino
7 Shiawase no Recipe – Sweet
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▲Source: From Shiawase no Recipe Official Odori Store Instagram
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▲Source: From Shiawase no Recipe Official Odori Store Instagram
After enjoying Jingisukan, it is essential to finish with a parfait in Susukino. 'Shiawase no Recipe Sweet' is popular among local students.
Shiawase no Recipe – Sweet
- Address
- Big Silver Building B1F, Minami 3-jo Nishi 4, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Access
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1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Susukino Station, Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line
3 minute walk from Exit 10 of Odori Station, Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line - Business Hour
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Monday to Friday: 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM (Last order at 2:00 AM)
Saturday and Sunday: 2:00 PM – 3:00 AM (Last order at 2:00 AM) - Budget
- ¥1,000 - ¥1,999
- Susukino Station
- 2 minutes by train
to Odori Station
2 minutes by train
to Nishi 11-chome Station3 minutes on foot -
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Arrival!
Relax at the Prince Hotel in the evening
H Prince Hotel
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▲From the Sapporo Prince Hotel official website
Well done on a busy first day of sightseeing. Spend the evening relaxing at a comfortable hotel.
Prince Hotel
- Address
- 2-chome, Minami 2-jo Nishi 11, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-8615, Japan
- Access
- A short walk from Nishi 11-chome Station
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DAY 2
To the historical town of Otaru
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START
9 [45 minutes by train] Extend your journey to the historical town of Otaru
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▲From PIXTA 「View of Otaru city from Tengu Mountain」
After enjoying Sapporo, head to Otaru the next day. Even without a car, it is just a 45-minute train ride away.
- 3 minutes by walk
to Nishi 11-chome Station - 2 minutes by train
to Odori Station - 1 minute by train
to Sapporo Station
45 minutes by train
to Otaru StationAbout 25 minutes
in normal traffic -
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Arrival！
Enjoy the penguin and seal performance
10 Otaru Aquarium
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▲From PIXTA 「Otaru Aquarium's Gentoo penguins」
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▲From PIXTA 「Seals at Otaru Aquarium」
Famous for its penguin and seal performances, the Otaru Aquarium is located along the coast. The shows use natural seawater pools, showcasing penguins, seals, sea lions, and more. With around 250 different species exhibited, it provides a rewarding experience.
Otaru Aquarium
- Address
- 3-303 Shukutsu,Otaru-shi, Hokkaido 047-0047,Japan
- Access
- 25 minutes by bus from Otaru Station
- Business Hour
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Regular Hours
March 16, 2024 (Saturday) to October 14, 2024 (Monday holiday):
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
October 15, 2024 (Tuesday) to November 24, 2024 (Sunday):
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Last entry at 3:30 PM)
Winter Hours
December 14, 2024 (Saturday) to February 24, 2025 (Monday, substitute holiday):
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Last entry at 3:30 PM) - Budget
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Adult: ¥1,800
25 minutes by bus in normal traffic
Back to Otaru Station -
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Arrival!
Enjoy the store set in old warehouse, and select glass
11 Kitaichi Glass Building No.3
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▲From PIXTA「Kitaichi Glass Building No.3 Kitaichi hall (Hokkaido Otaru City)」
After lunch around Otaru Station, head to Kitaichi Glass Hall No.3. Utilizing an old warehouse, this hall is divided into three areas: Japanese, Western, and Country, and offers tens of thousands of glass products. Reservations are required for glass craft experiences.
Kitaichi Glass Building No.3
- Address
- 7-26 Sakaimachi, Otaru-shi, Hokkaido 047-0027 Japan
- Access
- 10-minute walk from JR Otaru Station, or take the Otaru Stroller’s bus from 'Otaru Station Front Terminal' and get off at 'Kitaichi Glass-mae'.
- Business Hour
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM ※Depending on the store
10 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
The evening is advised as the lighting from evening to night is particularly beautiful
12 Otaru Canal
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▲From PIXTA「【Hokkaido】Otaru Canal」
The Otaru Canal is a must-see in Otaru. Evening is recommended as the best time to visit because of the beautiful lighting. Historically, the canal was a crucial gateway for transporting goods in Hokkaido, thriving in the late Taisho era. Today, it is well-known as a historical tourist attraction.
1 minute by walk -
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Arrival!
Enjoy local beer and wine in Otaru
13 Otaru Soko No.1
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▲From PIXTA「Otaru Soko No.1 Brewery」
Located next to the Otaru Canal, guests can enjoy local beer at 'Otaru Soko No.1', it allows you to taste Otaru's local beer. This beer hall has been converted from a historic canal-side warehouse, offering beers made in-house following traditional German techniques alongside local dishes.
Otaru Soko No.1
- Address
- Otaru Canal Warehouses, 5-4 Minatomachi, Otaru-shi, Hokkaido 047-0007 Japan
- Access
- 10-minute walk from JR Otaru Station
- Business Hour
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last order: 9:00 PM)
- Budget
- ¥1,000 - ¥2,999
- 15 minutes by walk
to Otaru Station - Travel 45 minutes by train
to Sapporo Station - 2 minutes by train
to Odori Station
2 minutes by train
to Nishi 11-chome Station3 minutes by walk -
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Arrival!
H Prince Hotel
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▲From the Sapporo Prince Hotel official website
Well done on the second day as well. Traveling to Otaru might have left you feeling tired. Spend the night resting comfortably at the hotel.
Prince Hotel
- Address
- Minami 2-jo Nishi 11-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-8615
- Access
- A short walk from Nishi 11-chome Station
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DAY 3
For the last day, healing the tiredness from your travels in a hot spring
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START
Bus service available from the city
15 Hoheikyo Onsen
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▲From PIXTA 「Unexplored Hot Springs of Japan Hoheikyo Onsen」
Hoheikyo Onsen, easily accessible from Sapporo City for a day trip, offering 100% fresh, flowing hot spring water. Enjoy the unique nature of Hokkaido in the open-air baths.
Hoheikyo Onsen
- Address
- 608-2 Jozankei, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2301 Japan
- Access
- Take the bus from Sapporo Station's bus terminal to 'Hoheikyo Onsen', about 80 minutes
- Business Hour
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM (Last entry at 9:45 PM)
- Budget
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Adult: ¥1,000
Child: ¥500
About 80 minutes
under normal conditionsPick up your luggage and
head to New Chitose
Airport by train, 47 minutes -
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Arrival!
Eat famous ramen
16 New Chitose Airport｜Hokkaido Ramen Dojo
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▲From PIXTA 「Hokkaido Ramen Monument」
At 'Hokkaido Ramen Dojo' located in New Chitose Airport, you can enjoy popular ramen from Hokkaido. How about enjoying some ramen at the end of the trip in Hokkaido?
Hokkaido Ramen Dojo
- Address
- 3F, New Chitose Airport Terminal Building, 987-22-12922-33 Bibi, Chitose City, Hokkaido 066-0012 Japan
- Business Hour
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM ※Closes at 8 PM for some stores
- Budget
- Up to ¥1,999
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End of the trip
Next, step into a real journey.
The Prince Hotel is ready to make your trip vibrant,
offering accommodations and leisure facilities that are perfect for sightseeing.
Summary
Sapporo and Otaru can be enjoyed without a car. For sightseeing in Sapporo, consider staying at the Sapporo Prince Hotel.
This time, introduced a model course that allows you to enjoy Sapporo and Otaru without a car. You can fully enjoy Sapporo and Otaru even without a car, indulging in delicious meals and adorable northern animals.
When touring Sapporo, Sapporo Prince Hotel is highly recommended. The hotel offers various hospitality features, including a hot spring open-air bath exclusive to guests and a restaurant that uses local Hokkaido ingredients. Make sure to consider staying at the Sapporo Prince Hotel when you visit Sapporo.
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The best views are at Prince.
Experience breathtaking scenery with all your senses.
Enjoy breathtaking rooms with significant views.
Unwind in hot springs beneath an incredibly close starry sky.
Savor dinners surrounded by enchanting night views.
Experience unique "spectacular nature" that makes your trip special.
Come and immerse yourself in unforgettable natural beauty.