Which Fukuoka attractions should I visit?
For an easy walk, consider Ohori Park or Hakata’s old town. For indoor exhibits on a rainy day, try the science museum. Marine World suits a visit with children interested in sea life, while Momochi Beach and Fukuoka Tower offer coastal scenery. Allow separate travel time for Dazaifu’s shrine grounds and shop-lined approach outside the city.
Attraction prices and directions
Kushida Shrine
櫛田神社
If you’re interested in festival traditions during an old-town walk, stop at Kushida Shrine. The shrine receives the offerings of Hakata Gion Yamakasa and has a large ginkgo tree in its grounds. Nearby restaurants and shops keep different hours from the shrine.
- AdmissionThe official tourism guide does not list a separate admission charge for worship in the grounds. Charms and souvenirs cost extra.
- Opening hoursThe main hall is open for worship from 04:00 to 22:00. Recheck arrangements for festival days.
- Getting thereFrom Hakata, take the subway Nanakuma Line to Kushida Shrine Station. The shrine is about a 2-minute walk away.
Ohori Park
大濠公園
Visit Ohori Park for a relaxed lakeside walk. Unlike the walking paths, the Japanese garden and art museum have their own admission charges and opening hours.
- AdmissionThe paths and bridges around the lake are free. The Japanese garden, art museum and boats have separate charges.
- Opening hoursThe walking paths have no ticketing or last-entry time. For the Japanese garden or art museum, check that facility’s opening hours and closure dates.
- Getting thereGet off at Ohori Park Station on the subway Airport Line and walk to the park. Allow extra time to reach Ropponmatsu if you also visit the science museum.
Fukuoka City Science Museum
福岡市科学館
On a rainy day, explore indoor exhibits at the science museum. Entry to the building is free, but the main exhibition and planetarium require separate tickets.
- AdmissionAdmission to the main exhibition on Level 5 costs JPY 510 for adults, JPY 310 for senior high school students and JPY 200 for primary and junior high school students. Planetarium and special exhibitions cost extra.
- Opening hoursThe building opens from 09:30 to 21:30. The main exhibition on Level 5 opens from 09:30 to 18:00, with last entry at 17:30. The museum closes on Tuesdays and from 28 December to 1 January. If Tuesday is a public holiday, it opens and closes on the next weekday instead. During school holidays it opens daily apart from the New Year closure. Check the calendar for your visit date.
- Getting thereTake the subway Nanakuma Line to Ropponmatsu and walk to the museum. Ask about tickets for your chosen exhibits at the information and ticket counter on Level 3.
Fukuoka Tower
福岡タワー
Fukuoka Tower’s observation deck looks over Momochi Beach and Hakata Bay. Choose whether to walk on the beach alone or add the paid observation deck.
- AdmissionStandard observation deck admission costs JPY 1,000 for senior high school students and older, JPY 500 for primary and junior high school students, and JPY 200 for preschool children aged 4 and over.
- Opening hoursOpen 09:30–22:00, with last entry at 21:30. Admission may close earlier on busy days. The tower closes on 28–29 June 2027; check operating notices for your visit date.
- Getting thereYou can take a bus from Hakata or Tenjin. Stops and services can vary by date, so use Nishitetsu’s search to find a service stopping on the south side of Fukuoka Tower.
Momochi Seaside Park
シーサイドももち海浜公園
Momochi Beach lies north of Fukuoka Tower. After exploring the city, walk along the coast or pause by the water. A beach walk and visits to Marizon’s shops or activities have different costs and operating hours.
- AdmissionNo separate admission ticket is listed for walking on the public beach. Check charges for shops, activities and parking separately.
- Opening hoursThe official tourism page does not list opening hours for the beach as a whole. Check each shop or water activity’s hours separately.
- Getting thereThe official tourism guide recommends getting off a Nishitetsu bus on the south side of Fukuoka Tower. Walk from the stop to the beach north of the tower.
Marine World Uminonakamichi
マリンワールド海の中道
See marine life with children at Marine World, allowing plenty of time at the tanks. Given the JR transfer and time needed for the visit, a day in the middle of your trip leaves more breathing room than departure day. Nearby Uminonakamichi Seaside Park is a separate facility with its own admission charge.
- AdmissionIndividual admission costs JPY 2,500 for adults, JPY 1,200 for primary and junior high school students, and JPY 700 for preschool children aged 3 and over. Transport is extra.
- Opening hoursUsually open 09:30–17:30; December–February 10:00–17:00. Hours are extended on selected Golden Week and summer dates. Last entry is 1 hour before closing. Closed on 18–21 January 2027. Show-pool works suspend sea lion and dolphin shows and close the stands from 12 January to 9 April 2027. This period includes contingency days, so check the reopening notice before visiting.
- Getting thereTake JR from Hakata, change at Kashii to the Kashii Line and get off at Uminonakamichi. A subway one-day pass does not cover the JR sections.
AdmissionHours and worksAccessMarine World official 2026 access map
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
太宰府天満宮
Dazaifu Tenmangu is dedicated to the deity of learning, with large trees in its grounds. Walk from the station along the shop-lined approach. As it’s outside Fukuoka City, allow at least half a day including the return journey.
- AdmissionWorship in the shrine grounds and main hall is free. Museums in the grounds and nearby facilities charge separately.
- Opening hoursGates open at 06:00 or 06:30 depending on the season. Closing is at 18:30 in December–March, 19:30 in June–August and 19:00 in the other months. Last entry to the museum in the shrine grounds is at 16:00.
- Getting thereFrom Hakata, take the subway to Tenjin and walk to Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station. Check whether your train runs directly to Dazaifu or requires a change at Futsukaichi. From Dazaifu Station, walk along the shrine approach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fukuoka City Science Museum free?
Entry to the building is free, but the main exhibition on Level 5 requires a separate ticket. Adult admission is JPY 510. The planetarium and special exhibitions have separate charges.
Is Momochi Beach free, and what does Fukuoka Tower cost?
You don’t need an admission ticket to walk on Momochi Beach. The tower’s observation deck charges admission: the standard adult ticket is JPY 1,000. Check charges for nearby shops and activities separately.
Is there an admission charge at Dazaifu Tenmangu?
Worship in the shrine grounds is free. Museums and other paid facilities nearby have their own admission charges.
Official sources and dates checked
- Admission and hours ·
- Admission ·
- Hours and works ·
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- Marine World official 2026 access map ·
- Science museum ·
- Official Fukuoka City tourism guide ·
- Free and paid facilities in Fukuoka’s prefectural parks ·
- Main exhibition opening hours ·
- Official Fukuoka City Momochi guide ·
- Official Dazaifu Tenmangu FAQ in Korean ·