Hakodate travel guide
Hakodate Tourism | Hakodate Guide
You're Going to Love Hakodate
With a population of 275.730, Hakodate is a must-see destination in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hakodate has to offer.
When to visit Hakodate
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hakodate in August, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -6 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 170 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Hakodate, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Hakodate
Plane
When flying to Hakodate, you’ll arrive at Hakodate (HKD), which is located 9 km from the city centre.
Train
Located 16 km from the city centre, Hakodate Shin is the busiest station in Hakodate. Another popular train station is Hakodate, located 1.1 km from the centre.
Airlines serving Hakodate
Where to stay in Hakodate
Average rates range from around ₹ 6,316 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 22,037 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hakodate
Most booked hotels in Hakodate
Hiring a car in Hakodate
Expect to pay ₹ 94 per litre in Hakodate (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,132 and ₹ 1,509. Mini (Suzuki Wagon R or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakodate, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.