Title: Visit Chuo Ward: Best of Chuo Ward, Niigata Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Chuo Ward](https://expedia.ca/Chuo-Ward-Niigata-Hotels.0-n553248635991220116-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Niigata](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Niigata.d1818.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Niigata](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Niigata.d1818.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Chuo Ward Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Chuo-Ward.d553248635991220116.Car-Rental-Guide)[Chuo Ward Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Chuo-Ward.d553248635991220116.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Chuo Ward ## Niigata ![Bandai Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/ab75ad8c-49e3-42be-a5d4-13f8bf6c6071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/ab75ad8c-49e3-42be-a5d4-13f8bf6c6071.jpg) by [Nagono](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3395292?with_photo_id=38941208) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Bandai Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/ab75ad8c-49e3-42be-a5d4-13f8bf6c6071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/ab75ad8c-49e3-42be-a5d4-13f8bf6c6071.jpg) by [Nagono](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3395292?with_photo_id=38941208) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Niigata City History Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/36e52986-a40f-443e-8a6b-d4ce118ed0e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![新潟市歴史博物館](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220116/04ecd246-5a74-4846-a27f-1428717abab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220116/04ecd246-5a74-4846-a27f-1428717abab0.jpg) by [Yoshio Kohara](https://www.panoramio.com/user/1146018?with_photo_id=112413648) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Old Niigata Customs Government Building in The Niigata City History Museum, Niigata, Niigata prefecture, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220116/2bd5df85-8a9d-454d-97ce-60258eebeb87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991220116/2bd5df85-8a9d-454d-97ce-60258eebeb87.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ## Visit Chuo Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Niigata travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Niigata.dx1818) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Niigata_NiigataBigSwanStadium_6103902-1327](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103902/de5f085a-01c5-4a59-92f5-5a73e17f3660.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Denka Big Swan Stadium Catch an event at Denka Big Swan Stadium during your trip to Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Denka-Big-Swan-Stadium-Chuo-Ward.d6103902.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bandai bridge and Cherry blossoms in Niigata, Japan; Shutterstock ID 254773054; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775757/c101e801-0301-4799-8bee-7c3c607c9616.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bandai Bridge Bandai Bridge is just one of the places to see in Niigata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Bandai-Bridge-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775757.Vacation-Attraction) ![Niigata_HardOffEcoStadiumNiigata_553248621532775749-1358](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775749/44b2ef91-467b-4d70-8578-638df14368e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata Catch an event at Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata during your trip to Niigata. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.ca/Hard-Off-Eco-Stadium-Niigata-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775749.Vacation-Attraction) ![Niigata_NiigataCityHistoryMuseum_553248621532775762-1071](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775762/2c95d4fa-b892-47ce-8dfd-bf87b1179f78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niigata City History Museum You can study the exhibits at Niigata City History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-City-History-Museum-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775762.Vacation-Attraction) ![Niigata_HakusanShrine_553248621532775741-1261](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775741/546c04cb-7f14-41e2-9230-f3ef4616302c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hakusan Shrine You can learn about the history of Niigata with a stop at Hakusan Shrine. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Hakusan-Shrine-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775741.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cherry blossoms at the Hakusan Park in the city of Niigata, Japan; Shutterstock ID 254775316; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775742/24fd24ab-d660-421b-9137-8ea63bd488e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hakusan Park Explore the great outdoors at Hakusan Park, a lovely green space in Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hakusan-Park-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775742.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3019915/2ec60a9c-8ab7-4734-be26-2988be549abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide CA $411 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niigata-full-day-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a3019915.activity-details) ![Niigata Custom Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1099830/4028ecc0-c985-44a8-bbe6-c6278f6b54c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niigata Private Customizable Half Day Tour CA $514 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niigata-private-customizable-half-day-tour.a1099830.activity-details) ![Niigata Custom Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1099812/84062236-af5e-4962-9f28-04ea7f0e4047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niigata Private Customizable Full Day Tour CA $735 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niigata-private-customizable-full-day-tour.a1099812.activity-details) ![Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3019915/2ec60a9c-8ab7-4734-be26-2988be549abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide CA $412 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niigata-full-day-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a3019915.activity-details) ![Tsubame Sanjo 6hr Private Factory Tour with Guide Vehicle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49365075/f3e3c6f4-2cd9-4133-b3bc-dae663bf3821.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsubame Sanjo 6hr Private Factory Tour with Guide & Vehicle CA $939 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tsubame-sanjo-6hr-private-factory-tour-with-guide-vehicle.a49365075.activity-details) ![Niigata Custom Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1099830/4028ecc0-c985-44a8-bbe6-c6278f6b54c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niigata Private Customizable Half Day Tour CA $515 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niigata-private-customizable-half-day-tour.a1099830.activity-details) [See all activities in Niigata](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Niigata.d1818.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Chuo Ward Hotel Deals ![Hotel Global View Niigata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14835600/14835553/eb48f646_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Global View Niigata 1-2-4 Benten Chuoku, Niigata Niigata Niigata Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $66 CA $73 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (825 reviews) Very conveniently located by the JR Niigata station. Although I did not get the buffet breakfast as I had to checkout early, like it offers all the regional Niigata foods. Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=14835553&PinnedHotelID=14835553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) ![Court Hotel Niigata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15980000/15975800/15975724/e526502d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Court Hotel Niigata Chuo-ku Benten 2-3-35 Niigata Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aizu Yaichi Memorial Museum and Bandai Pavilion ... 7.8/10 Good! (166 reviews) Central location, all amenities worked, very cheap price and just a small surcharge for breakfast. Very helpful front-desk young lady and a range of extras like iced drinks in the reception area, including ice cubes. Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=15975724&PinnedHotelID=15975724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=15975724&PinnedHotelID=15975724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) ![APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70790000/70789800/70789759/25a96c2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori 5-1-1 Bandai Niigata Niigata CA $72 CA $79 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,182 reviews) Courteous staff Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=70789759&PinnedHotelID=70789759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) ![Niigata Daiichi Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10920000/10916100/10916048/2177e22b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Niigata Daiichi Hotel Hanazono 1-3-12 Niigata Niigata-ken Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aizu Yaichi Memorial Museum and Bandai Pavilion ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (597 reviews) Friendly staff, great location. A lot of food around the area and very close to the main train station. Walking distance to a nice Sake brewery. Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=10916048&PinnedHotelID=10916048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=10916048&PinnedHotelID=10916048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) ![Dormy Inn Niigata Natural Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4540000/4538100/4538019/8c757585_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dormy Inn Niigata Natural Hot Spring 1-7-14 Akashi Niigata Niigata-ken CA $80 CA $89 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Jotokuji Temple and Aizu Yaichi ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (694 reviews) Room was great! Onsen amazing 10/10 would recommend Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=4538019&PinnedHotelID=4538019&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) ![Hotel Okura Niigata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11558800/11558756/c303b7b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Okura Niigata 53, Kawabata-cho 6-chome Niigata Niigata CA $62 CA $75 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Although it's a little far from the station, it was great overall. The room was a bit small, but the staff were very friendly and welcoming. It was a wonderful stay. Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=11558756&PinnedHotelID=11558756&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991220116) [See all 83 properties in Chuo Ward](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635991220116) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-Nuttari.dx553248635975857377) ![Niigata_NorthernCultureMuseum_6103904-1426](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103904/3a2c3fc6-f69e-4f7a-a731-428df448508e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Konan Ward Though Konan Ward might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium. [](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-Konan-Ward.dx553248635976395174) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashi Ward While there might not be top attractions in Higashi Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Niigata City History Museum and Niigata City Art Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-Higashi-Ward.dx553248635991222114) ![Niigata_NiigataFurusatoVillage_553248621532775735-1406](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775735/27ad515a-e03c-45d1-b364-3ee8a1d209df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nishi Ward Located in central Niigata City, Nishi-ku offers picturesque views of the Sea of Japan and the Shinano River. Explore Niigata Furusato Village, and enjoy convenient transport options like the Echigo Line and Shinanogawa Water Shuttle. [](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-Nishi-Ward.dx553248635991220115) ![矢代田駅の東口側駅舎](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976387174/547ce727-8a89-4a62-868c-1cc4f4eef2e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akiha Ward Inland in north-central Niigata Prefecture, Akiha-ku boasts the Niigata Prefectural Botanical Garden and Niitsu Railway Museum. With rivers flowing through, it's well-connected by JR East lines and national routes. [](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-Akiha-Ward.dx553248635976387174) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Minami Ward While visiting Minami Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Shirone Grape Garden and Shirone Kite Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Niigata-Minami-Ward.dx553248635991222112) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Chuo Ward ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app