Downtown Sendai
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Popular places to visit

Aoba Castle
Aoba Castle is just one of the places to see in Sendai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Akiu Otaki Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Akiu Otaki Falls, a lovely green space in Sendai. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

Zuihoden Temple
You can study the exhibits at Zuihoden Temple, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Asaichi Morning Market
During your visit to Sendai, you can enjoy retail therapy at Asaichi Morning Market. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.
Sendai City Tourist Information Center
After visiting Sendai City Tourist Information Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nishikicho Park
After visiting Nishikicho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sendai. Make time to visit the monuments and temples while you're in the area.
Things to do

1 Day Yamadera and Ginzan Onsen Tour in Yamagata

Miyagi Half Day, Nikka Whisky Distillery & Hands-on Lacquer Paint

Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course

Sendai / Matsushima Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Top hotels in Downtown Sendai

Sendai Kokusai Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

APA Hotel TKP Sendai-Ekikita
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Hotel & Spa TOPOS Sendai Station - Caters to Men
Reviewed on May 18, 2025

Hotel Monterey Sendai
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Hotel JAL City Sendai
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Sendai

Ichibancho
While Ichibancho isn't home to many top sights, Aoba-dori Avenue and Asaichi Morning Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kokubuncho
While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city.

Aoba Ward
You might enjoy the hot springs while in Aoba Ward. Miyagi Prefectural Office is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Kotodai-Koen Station or Kita-Yonbancho Station to see more of the city.

Aobayama
Though Aobayama might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sendai Mediatheque and Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi.

Taihaku Ward
While you're in Taihaku Ward, take in top sights like Sendai Gymnasium or Benyland, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Nagamachi-Minami Station or Nagamachi Station.

Izumi Ward
The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Izumi Ward. Sendai Stadium and Sendai-Izumi Premium Outlets are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Izumi-Chuo Station or Yaotome Station to get around the larger area.