Fukuoka

Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course

City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5.0 (109)

Kickstart Fukuoka: a three-hour crash course

Kickstart your Fukuoka adventure with local insights, shortlist the best yatai stands, and learn to navigate the city like a pro.

Renting a bike in Fukuoka is easy and cheap through a bike sharing scheme. The city is mostly flat so it's easy to get around.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Familiarize yourself with the best ways to navigate Fukuoka with help from a local host
  • Discover the heart of the city and its famous central neighborhoods
  • Try delicious Japanese snacks from Fukuoka’s yatai street food stands
  • Hop on the subway to discover Fukuoka’s traditional side in Nishijin
  • Have a helpful host on hand to share tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Renting a bike in Fukuoka is easy and cheap through a bike sharing scheme. The city is mostly flat so it's easy to get around.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

What’s not included

Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Tully's Coffee - The host will be waiting in front of main door, in Hakata KITTE ground level.

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Set your trip up for success with a three-hour crash course in Fukuoka, from navigating the transport systems to learning the distinct character of each district. You’ll be guided between crowded hubs and laid-back local haunts (with a quick pitstop for a flannel drip coffee at one of the many hipster cafes). See the ultra-modern, LED-lit stomping grounds of the city’s trendy twenty-something crowd, and get a taste of traditional Japan while jostling through Nagahamasengyo Market. Learn the inner workings of the subway system as you head to historical shopping district, Nishijin – and, if the time is right, grab a bite from one of Fukuoka’s famous yatai street food carts, or slurp down tonkotsu ramen in the city that invented it.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $85 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$85
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

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What travelers think of this experience

Kyra, Feb 2025

Eli was such an accommodating and knowledgeable tour guide! She was able to answer all our questions and gave really interesting insights on Fukuoka. She was also very flexible in planning the itinerary for us. We enjoyed our time and tour with her a lot. Highly recommended!

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Paul, Jan 2025

Mark is extremely knowledgeable about the city! He also recommended a few restaurants for us to try.

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Jeoung, Jan 2025

Guide Yu was kind and humorous. And he explained FUKUOKA easily.

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Hida, Dec 2024

Great interaction with Eli. Fun to explore city on own time with private tour guide and allows deviation which suites your schedule and time and interest.

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Ana, Dec 2024

Mike chose sights off the beaten path and gave us a very interesting look into Fukuokan culture.

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May, Dec 2024

Mike is pleasant and knows a lot about Hakata. He showed us around sites that are interesting and was able to cover also the historical and cultural aspects of the different places and traditions.

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5.0 (109 reviews)
Kyra, Feb 2025

Eli was such an accommodating and knowledgeable tour guide! She was able to answer all our questions and gave really interesting insights on Fukuoka. She was also very flexible in planning the itinerary for us. We enjoyed our time and tour with her a lot. Highly recommended!

Paul, Jan 2025

Mark is extremely knowledgeable about the city! He also recommended a few restaurants for us to try.

Jeoung, Jan 2025

Guide Yu was kind and humorous. And he explained FUKUOKA easily.

Hida, Dec 2024

Great interaction with Eli. Fun to explore city on own time with private tour guide and allows deviation which suites your schedule and time and interest.

Ana, Dec 2024

Mike chose sights off the beaten path and gave us a very interesting look into Fukuokan culture.

May, Dec 2024

Mike is pleasant and knows a lot about Hakata. He showed us around sites that are interesting and was able to cover also the historical and cultural aspects of the different places and traditions.