Step into the heart of Sapporo during the festive season on this private Christmas walking tour. Begin at Odori Park, where a European-style German Christmas Market fills the air with warm scents of seasonal treats and the sound of cheerful chatter. Your guide shares stories of local holiday traditions as you browse stalls offering handmade ornaments and festive decorations. Travelers can browse stalls offering handmade ornaments and festive decorations while enjoying a warming holiday drink. Continue past the Sapporo TV Tower and the historic Clock Tower, pausing to take in their illuminated beauty. The tour culminates at Sapporo Kita 3-jo Plaza, where the White Illumination lights create a sparkling winter wonderland. This walk balances lively market energy with serene illuminated scenes, leaving you with lasting holiday memories.

Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

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Highlights

  • Stroll through Odori Park’s German-style Christmas Market under festive lights
  • Admire Sapporo White Illumination sparkling over the city streets
  • View iconic Sapporo landmarks including TV Tower and Clock Tower
  • Enjoy a private walking tour with personal guidance and holiday insights

Included

  • Professional local tour guide
  • Entry to illuminations and public holiday decorations (all free)
  • Access to Christmas market stalls
  • A warm holiday drink

Excluded

  • Consumables (food, drinks, purchased gifts) – pay as you go

Route & Duration

Duration
Duration
2 hours
  • 1

    Odori Park [German Christmas Market]

    The park transforms into a cozy European-style Christmas village with wooden stalls, seasonal décor, and twinkling lights. Travelers can explore ornaments, crafts, and festive decorations while soaking up the holiday ambiance. Food and drinks are available to purchase.

    40 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 2

    Sapporo TV Tower

    View the iconic TV Tower as it glows in the evening light. Travelers can admire the cityscape and seasonal illumination from the surrounding park area, perfect for festive photos.

    15 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 3

    Sapporo Clock Tower

    Historic Sapporo landmark adorned with holiday lights. Travelers can stroll around the exterior, enjoy the soft glow reflecting on the snow, and appreciate one of the city’s most photographed buildings.

    15 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 4

    Sapporo Kita 3-jo Plaza [Sapporo White Illumination]

    The plaza features an extensive display of sparkling lights across trees and pathways. Travelers experience a magical winter scene as the White Illumination casts a festive glow over the streets and surrounding architecture.

    50 minutes
    Free Admission

Additional Information

  • A private tour for your group.

Meeting Point

We will meet at the entrance of Odori Park. The tour will start from the christmas market and end towards the illumination show.

Odori Park, １〜１２丁目 Odorinishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0042, Japan See Map

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.