The 2-storey Fukuoka Open Top Bus which goes around the main tourist spots in the city of Fukuoka has been gaining popularity. The red or blue-painted bodies of these buses are a familiar sight around the city as they tour the sightseeing spots, Tenjin and Hakata areas, as well as the seaside. With a height of 3.2 meters, see Fukuoka from a not-your-usual, exciting point of view! Here are the 3 courses they offer:
○SEASIDE MOMOCHI/FUKUOKA CASTLE
Enjoy the view of the coast as the bus moves along the city highway. This course also goes around Yahoo Fukuoka Dome, Fukuoka Tower, and other parts of the city center.
(Available buses: 4, time length of tour: 60 minutes)
Course: Tenjin (in front of Fukuoka City Hall) → city highway → Momochi ramp → Fukuoka Tower → in front of Ohori Park → Ohori Park, Fukuoka Castle Ruins → Tenjin (in front of Fukuoka City Hall)
○BAYSIDE/DOWNTOWN COURSE
Go around the Bayside and Hakata areas with this course. From JR Hakata City to Kushida Shrine, enjoy the views as well as the historical feel of downtown Fukuoka.
(Available buses: 4, time length of tour: 60 minutes)
Course: Tenjin (in front of Fukuoka City Hall) → Tenjin-Kita ramp → city highway → Gofukumachi ramp → Hakata Station → Kushida Shrine → Tenjin (in front of Fukuoka City Hall)
○FUKUOKA TWINKLING NIGHT VIEW COURSE
The spectacular view of Fukuoka City lit up at night is a must-see. From Hakata area to Fukuoka Tower, the city lights you’ll take in along the way will surely be worth it.
(Available buses: 2, time length of tour: 60 minutes)
Course: Tenjin (in front of Fukuoka City Hall) → Hakata Station → Gofukumachi ramp → city highway → Momochi ramp → Fukuoka Tower → Hilton Seahawk Hotel → Tenjin Shoken Building
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