Sapporo Art Park Open-Air Museum

Flow of the course

About this spot

Inside Sapporo Art Park in Minami-ku, this open-air museum turns the wide forest itself into an exhibition hall. As you walk the rolling paths, large sculptures appear in gaps between the trees and on grassy plazas, and children can wander freely around the works. Unlike viewing quietly inside a building, the charm of an open-air museum is that you can come close to the works while running about or looking up at them. There is plenty of shade, so walking stays relatively cool even in midsummer. The park has dining facilities, so you can eat lunch before heading to the next destination.

Tips

The open-air museum charges admission, and it is free for junior high school students and younger. Check the price, opening hours and closed days on the official website. The grounds are wide and include slopes, so wear shoes that are easy to walk in. Whether you may touch a work differs from place to place, so follow the signs.

Best time to visit

About 2 hours. The morning, when the sunlight is gentle, is comfortable for strolling in the shade

Access & map

〒005-0864 北海道札幌市南区 Geijutsu-no-Mori ２丁目７５