Title: Minami Ward Travel Guide: Best of Minami Ward, Okayama Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Minami Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Minami-Ward-Hotels.d553248635991222214.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Okayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Okayama.d2660.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Okayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Okayama.d2660.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Minami Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Minami-Ward.d553248635991222214.Car-Hire-Guide)[Minami Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Minami-Ward.d553248635991222214.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Minami Ward Travel Guide ## Okayama ![Okayama castle is the famous castle in Okayama city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991222214/fc5bed55-4dbf-4e7e-b5cf-d34891de5f2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Minami Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Okayama travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama.dx2660) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Okayama University](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222718/94898ecf-5bda-4817-b9c7-02f1b7ff418a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okayama University A dynamically modern university, resolutely open to the whole world, occupies a set of campus buildings scattered near Okayama’s downtown. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-University-Kita-Ward.d6222718.Attraction) ![Okayama Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103934/1195fdbe-2c20-4777-b311-93fe384bdee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okayama Castle 3.5/5(3 reviews) Try on a kimono or attempt to sculpt some Bizen pottery while you tour an accurate reconstruction of Kyushu’s famous “crow castle.” [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-Castle-Kita-Ward.d6103934.Attraction) ![Korakuen Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103928/1d09f7a7-0bb2-4e9a-8c59-317c04f52f61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Korakuen Garden 5/5(1 review) Tradition and innovation mingle in a remarkable riverside landscaped space, founded in the 17th century and considered one of Japan’s best gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Korakuen-Garden-Kita-Ward.d6103928.Attraction) ![Aeon Mall Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633928350878/8b9d1a01-d312-48e7-9af7-8ea98e424b8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aeon Mall Okayama 5/5(5 reviews) One of Western Japan’s biggest shopping malls has more than 300 shops, restaurants and more, just a few steps from the train station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aeon-Mall-Okayama-Kita-Ward.d553248633928350878.Attraction) ![Kibitsu Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222959/f8a89039-c1d1-4ca6-90cf-d5cba02f7ae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kibitsu Shrine 4/5(1 review) Kibitsu-zukuri style architecture has an excellent example in is this sprawling temple complex considered the origin of the Momotaro story. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kibitsu-Shrine-Kita-Ward.d6222959.Attraction) ![Saijoinari Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532770299/61679b0a-f4de-44a5-9156-b073175a34e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Saijoinari Temple After visiting Saijoinari Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Okayama. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Saijoinari-Temple-Kita-Ward.d553248621532770299.Attraction) ### Things to do ![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package £3 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) ![Fukuoka Group/Private Tour by Local Professionals!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48849255/319320bb-e962-46e1-ac15-34d4dcbbcd69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fukuoka Group/Private Tour by Local Professionals! £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fukuoka-groupprivate-tour-by-local-professionals.a48849255.activity-details) ![1 Day Okayama Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090268/5eccad89-9e74-47c7-994c-a808adbcbcf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1 Day Okayama Guided Walking Tour £108 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-okayama-guided-walking-tour.a50090268.activity-details) [See all activities in Okayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Okayama.d2660.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Minami Ward ![Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1940000/1936900/1936841/8486e643_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daiwa Roynet Hotel Okayama Ekimae 1-1-1, Ekimaecho Okayama Okayama-ken £44 26 Apr - 27 Apr Stay at this hotel in Okayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Breakfast was nice Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=1936841&PinnedHotelID=1936841&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222214) ![JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/786800/786743/39359b96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu 1-1 Hamanocho, Takamatsu Takamatsu Kagawa £88 1 Apr - 2 Apr Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Takamatsu. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Clean room and great location. Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=786743&PinnedHotelID=786743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222214) ![Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101930000/101924900/101924815/ce3e7a62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kurashiki Ekimae Universalhotel Chuo 2-1-15 Kurashiki Okayama £29 19 Apr - 20 Apr Stay at this hotel in Kurashiki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ohashi House and Kurashiki Story ... 7.2/10 Good! (446 reviews) Location difficult to find in rain as no sign visible from main road Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=101924815&PinnedHotelID=101924815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222214) ![Centurion Hotel & Spa Kurashiki](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18660000/18653700/18653671/f5a50eb1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Centurion Hotel & Spa Kurashiki 2-4-6, Achi Kurashiki Okayama-ken £34 9 Apr - 10 Apr Stay at this spa hotel in Kurashiki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Staff super friendly and super close to the train station and shopping so beautiful Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=18653671&PinnedHotelID=18653671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222214) ![KOKO HOTEL Takamatsu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60210000/60208700/60208613/b9776f06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### KOKO HOTEL Takamatsu Kawara-Machi, 2-2-3 Takamatsu Kagawa Prefecture £51 13 Apr - 14 Apr Stay at this hotel in Takamatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (646 reviews) Small breakfast spread but you can see the effort in making every dishes tasty! Very dedicated staff! Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=60208613&PinnedHotelID=60208613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222214) ![JR Clement Inn Takamatsu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26500000/26497800/26497763/d5eeec76_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JR Clement Inn Takamatsu 1-3, Hamanocho Takamatsu Kagawa £73 5 Apr - 6 Apr Stay at this hotel in Takamatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Takamatsu Port and Takamatsu Castle are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) at a perfect location near JR, bus stops, pier. lots of shops and restaurants nearby. definitely the best place to stay in takamatsu Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=26497763&PinnedHotelID=26497763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635991222214) [See all 567 properties in Minami Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635991222214) 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.co.uk/Aminohama.dx3000730046) ![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) ### Omotecho While visiting Omotecho, you might make a stop by sights like Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Sunny Country Okayama-kan. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-Omotecho.dx952332179875201024) ![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) ### Nakasange Nakasange might not have many top sights, but Okayama Performing Arts Theatre and Okayama Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-Nakasange.dx952333463541936128) ![Long exposure of Okayama Caste in Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991222115/f3d05a57-e801-4de7-9376-920a071fa679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Naka Ward If you're spending some time in Naka Ward, Parade Hill Park and Yumeji Art Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-Naka-Ward.dx553248635991222115) ![Shima-Jaya Teahouse at Koraku-en garden in Okayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635991222213/8dd28378-952e-4249-ba53-f35bbd65acf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashi Ward Check out nearby sights like Bizen Osafune Knife Museum while you're spending some time in Higashi Ward and the surrounding area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-Higashi-Ward.dx553248635991222213) ![Kita Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2660/0732b963-e2df-4111-b994-b2970ece322e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kita Ward 4.5/5(4 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Kita Ward, Kanko Stadium and Momotaro Arena are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Okayama-Kita-Ward.dx553248635976384331) --- --- - [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) # Minami 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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app