An oasis of calm amid the bustling streets, Toyanogata Park is an ideal place to take a breather. Pull up a bench and watch fellow parkgoers wander around the grounds.
This recreation and green space is free to visit, which is great news if you're traveling on a budget. Toyanogata Park is located in Chuo Ward. When you're done, Niigata City Performing Arts Center, Marinepia Nihonkai and Niigata Prefectural Civic Centre are in the area and also worth a look.