Title: Higashi Ward Travel Guide: Best of Higashi Ward, Niigata Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Higashi Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashi-Ward-Hotels.d553248635991222114.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Niigata](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Niigata.d1818.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Niigata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Niigata.d1818.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Higashi Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Higashi-Ward.d553248635991222114.Car-Hire-Guide)[Higashi Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashi-Ward.d553248635991222114.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Higashi Ward Travel Guide ## Niigata ## Visit Higashi Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Niigata travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/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.co.uk/Denka-Big-Swan-Stadium-Chuo-Ward.d6103902.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 3/5(1 review) 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.co.uk/Bandai-Bridge-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775757.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.co.uk/Hard-Off-Eco-Stadium-Niigata-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775749.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 travels to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Niigata-City-History-Museum-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775762.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 visit to Hakusan Shrine. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hakusan-Shrine-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775741.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.co.uk/Hakusan-Park-Chuo-Ward.d553248621532775742.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 £220 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £503 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 £275 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/niigata-private-customizable-half-day-tour.a1099830.activity-details) [See all activities in Niigata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Niigata.d1818.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Higashi Ward ![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 £40 13 Feb - 14 Feb Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=14835553&PinnedHotelID=14835553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222114) ![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 Wi-Fi, 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 17 Jul 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=15975724&PinnedHotelID=15975724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222114) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=15975724&PinnedHotelID=15975724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222114) ![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 £43 13 Feb - 14 Feb Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,183 reviews) Courteous staff Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=70789759&PinnedHotelID=70789759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222114) ![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 £36 15 Mar - 16 Mar Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aizu Yaichi Memorial Museum and Bandai Pavilion ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (599 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 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=10916048&PinnedHotelID=10916048&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222114) ![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 £48 18 Feb - 19 Feb Stay at this spa hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Jotokuji Temple and Aizu Yaichi Memorial ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (696 reviews) Room was great! Onsen amazing 10/10 would recommend Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=4538019&PinnedHotelID=4538019&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222114) ![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 £35 20 Feb - 21 Feb Stay at this hotel in Niigata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 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. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Niigata-Nuttari.dx553248635975857377) ![Bandai Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/ab75ad8c-49e3-42be-a5d4-13f8bf6c6071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chuo Ward If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, Toyanogata Park and Denka Big Swan Stadium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Niigata-Chuo-Ward.dx553248635991220116) ![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 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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) ### Kita Ward While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Racecourse and Niigtata Rice Cracker Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Niigata-Kita-Ward.dx553248635991222113) ![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 While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 If you're spending some time in Akiha Ward, Niigata Prefectural Botanical Garden and Niigata Niitsu Railway Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Niigata-Akiha-Ward.dx553248635976387174) --- --- - [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) # Higashi Ward Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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