Sapporo & Otaru Summer Itineraries
Vibrant food culture and cool summer weather
Seaside sceneries and historic street
🌞 Sapporo & Otaru Summer Itineraries
Sapporo and Otaru are two of Hokkaido’s most popular summer destinations — combining vibrant food culture, cool summer weather, city parks, seaside scenery, and historic streets. Whether you have one day or a few, this guide offers flexible trip ideas that cover all the top attractions. If you need help arranging private tour in Hokkaido, you can use our trip planner! or contact us directly. Feel free to ask us any question, specially if it is your first time visiting Hokkaido.
Some places/events listed here may be unavailable to be visited due to unforeseen changes.
🌻 1-Day Sapporo & Otaru Highlights
Perfect for: first-time Hokkaido visitors, short trips, families. This plan focuses on travelers who want to see the best and the most iconic parts of Hokkaido in one day.
Otaru Canal Walk
A charming historic port town known for stone warehouses and canalside strolls. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 hour
Sakaimachi Shopping Street
A vibrant shopping street filled with music box stores and dessert shops. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining
Recommended stay: 2 – 3 hours
Otaru Tenguyama Viewpoint
A scenic viewpoint with panoramic views of Otaru Bay. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 hour
Odori Park & Tanuki Koji Area
End the day in Sapporo, by taking a stroll in Odori Park and Shopping in Tanuki Koji. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping & sightseeing
Recommended stay: 2 – 3 hours
🌿2-Day Sapporo & Otaru Summer Plan
Perfect for: couples, foodies, and family. This itinerary is a relaxed itinerary with more cultural experiences and scenic stops.
Day 1 – Otaru’s Historic & Coastal Charm
Otaru Canal Walk
A charming historic port town known for stone warehouses and canalside strolls. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 hour
Sakaimachi Shopping Street
A vibrant shopping street filled with music box stores and dessert shops. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining
Recommended stay: 2 – 3 hours
Day 2: Explore the best of Sapporo
Shiroikoibito Park
One of Japan’s famous chocolate brands, Shiroikoibito, is made here. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing, shopping
Recommended stay: 1 hour
Hokkaido Shrine
One of the biggest shrine in Hokkaido, see the traditional part of Japan here. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 – 2 hours
Sapporo Beer Museum
Learn about one of Japan’s most famous beer brands, Sapporo. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining, sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 – 2 hours
Tanuki koji Shopping Street
Shopping and dining in Sapporo, make sure your wallet is full and your stomach is empty. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining
Recommended stay: 1 – 2 hours
🌄 3-Day Complete Sapporo & Otaru Summer Route
Perfect for: families, long-stay visitors, ski travelers, photographers. Ideal for travelers who want the full experience — nature, culture, food, and scenic views.
Day 1 – Otaru’s Historic & Coastal Charm
Otaru Snowy Canal Walk
A charming historic port town known for stone warehouses and canalside strolls. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 hour
Sakaimachi Shopping Street
A vibrant shopping street filled with music box stores and dessert shops. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining
Recommended stay: 2 – 3 hours
Day 2: Explore the best of Sapporo
Shiroikoibito Park
One of Japan’s famous chocolate brands, Shiroikoibito, is made here. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing, shopping
Recommended stay: 1 hour
Hokkaido Shrine
One of the biggest shrine in Hokkaido, see the traditional part of Japan here. DETAIL
Things to do: sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 – 2 hours
Sapporo Beer Museum
Learn about one of Japan’s most famous beer brands, Sapporo. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining, sightseeing
Recommended stay: 1 – 2 hours
Tanuki koji Shopping Street
Shopping and dining in Sapporo, make sure your wallet is full and your stomach is empty. DETAIL
Things to do: shopping, dining
Recommended stay: 1 – 2 hours
Day 3: Nature & Views
If you need help arranging private tour in Hokkaido, you can use our trip planner! or contact us directly. Feel free to ask us any question, specially if it is your first time visiting Hokkaido.
