Fukui Station is located along the Hokuriku Main Line and the Katsuyama Eiheiji Line. The area surrounding this station is the largest downtown area in Fukui Prefecture. There are many commercial facilities and hotels. This station is a starting point for Fukui Prefecture sightseeing.
Although there are attractions within walking distance from Fukui Station, it is convenient to use a rental car if you want to explore various sights as you tour the city of Fukui. There are several car rental service offices near the station's underpass and along Kidabashi dori (street) near the east side exit of the station.
Fukui Station is in Fukui City where there are many tourist historical attractions. The Yoko-kan-teien Garden and the Fukui City History Museum are scenic spots. They about 5 minutes drive from the station via Osensui dori (street) or Sakura dori (street). The Ichijodani Asakura Family Historic Ruins are remains of the Sengoku period (the era of Japan's Civil Wars). They are about 23 minutes from the station along the Mino kaido (road).