Private Tour

Hakodate Guided Bar Hopping in Goryokaku and Station Areas

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Uncover the vibrant nightlife of Hakodate on a guided bar-hopping tour that merges history, culture, and local flavors. Experience the city's lively izakayas and cozy taverns, where each stop reveals authentic culinary delights and the stories behind them. Choose between two unique routes: one near the historic Goryokaku fort, filled with casual pubs and fresh seafood specialties, or the nostalgic Hakodate Station area, where retro bars reflect the city’s international heritage. This tour is a cultural immersion that goes beyond tasting, allowing you to connect with locals and experience the warmth of Hakodate’s nightlife.

- Explore two distinct bar-hopping routes, each with its own charm

- Enjoy regional food and drinks, including Hokkaido's famous squid sashimi

- Engage with locals and hear stories from a friendly local guide

- Perfect for travelers seeking an authentic taste of Hakodate's culture

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Hakodate

Hakodate is not only a city of history and breathtaking scenery but also a culinary capital shaped by its role as one of Japan’s earliest international ports. The cold waters of Hakodate Bay and the Tsugaru Strait provide an abundance of seafood, making the city famous for its fresh squid, crab, and scallops served in countless local eateries. Morning markets bustle with vendors offering sashimi, grilled specialties, and seafood bowls, giving visitors a taste of daily life in a port town. At night, Hakodate’s izakayas and retro-style bars reflect both its maritime roots and international influences, serving Hokkaido beers, sake, and inventive dishes that mix Japanese traditions with Western touches. This unique blend of flavors tells the story of a city that has always welcomed outside cultures while celebrating its own local bounty, making Hakodate a destination where food is as much a part of the journey as the sights themselves.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Regional food and drinks

Guided bar-hopping tour

Visit to a selection of bars and izakayas

Transportation to and from the starting point

Additional food and drinks not included in the tour

Options

Near Goryokaku area (G-450)

Starting point:
Honcho Police Box, 7-20 Honchō, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0011, Japan

Hakodate Station area(G-451)

Starting point:
Hakodate Ekimae Police Box, 15-8 Wakamatsuchō, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0063, Japan

Reviews

2.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Average - wouldn’t really recommend
Andy H,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
Ana was very pleasant, but didn’t quite hit the spots other similar tours have. 2 bars, bottle of beer each in the first then asked to pay for anything to drink in the second. I did wonder if Ana quite knew the brief, or how much we had paid for this particular tour.