Fukuoka Full Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private
In Fukuoka
From
£162
pp
7h 0 mins · 4.8 (6)
Spend an exciting day in Fukuoka with your host and explore Japan’s gateway to Asia together. Take in some of the city’s main sites, like Fukuoka Castle or follow your feet to an obscure neighborhood. Take some time out to enjoy a meal at a yakai (street food stand) - we’d recommend the Hakata ramen, because well, it’s simply the best.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Free cancellation
Private tour
What's included
- Private and personalized experience
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- Walking experience (public transport or taxi can be arranged at an additional cost)
- 7 or 8 hours with a host
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
- Fukuoka city’s biggest station, Hakata, has become more than just a point for travel. The station stands at 10 stories high with floors filled with shops, cafes and restaurants. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- See pretty, plum tree (blooming between Feb-March) -flanked Tenman-gū Shrine in Dazaifu, where university students pray for good exams’ results. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Travel through time, to fully immerse into Japanese religion and traditions, your local host will be happy to introduce you to. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- The city’s biggest park. There is a walking path around the circumference of the pond, popular for jogging and leisurely strolls by the water. The perfect spot for a bento-box lunch! IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Gourmet and fashion district, it houses fashionable brands store , old department stores, and small eateries side by side. But if you slightly change your point of view -that’s why your local host is here- you will notice many places that give you a glimpse of Fukuoka's history and culture. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Once known as the biggest castle in the whole of Kyushu during the Edo Period, Fukuoka Castle was reduced to ruins after the Meiji Restoration. The remains of the castle mainly consist of gates and guard towers, and it allows visitors to get a lovely panoramic view of the pink cherry blossom (end March-beginning April). IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- At dusk, as reflected city lights turn Naka River a thousand shades of neon, you might sample street food from the yatai (mobile stalls) popping up along Nakasu Island, or grab a vending machine ticket and cash it in for Fukuoka’s famous tonkotsu ramen. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
- Tallest seaside tower in Japan, it rewards visitors with impressive views of Fukuoka City and surroundings. The night view from the tower has been voted one of the top 100 nights-capes in Japan, so better not to miss it. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
(The host will be waiting in front of Tully's Coffee main door, located in Hakata KITTE ground level)
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
End point
(The host will be waiting in front of Tully's Coffee main door, located in Hakata KITTE ground level)
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
Practical information
- Operated by
- City Unscripted
- Travellers per booking
- 1–8
- Languages
- ja, en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 7 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.