3 days in Hakodate Itinerary

A gateway to the island, Hakodate has gained a reputation for its waterfront attractions, its proximity to some of the island's most popular natural sites, and its seafood.

Explore hidden gems such as Hakodate City Northern Pacific Fishery's Document Museum and Old Nakamura Residence. Museum-lovers will appreciate Kaiyomaru and Hokkaido Konbukan. Change things up with these side-trips from Hakodate: Trappist Monasteries (in Hokuto) and Hakodate Nanae Snow Park (in Nanae-cho). And it doesn't end there: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt. Esan, pause for some serene contemplation at St.John's Church Hakodate, pause for some photo ops at Tadataka Ino Memorial Monument, and admire the landmark architecture of Kyu Soma-tei.

To see ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Hakodate online itinerary planner .

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major airport is Hakodate Airport. In December in Hakodate, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) so you can travel back home.