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This memorial alongside the ferry terminal looks like it might honor some historical event or local hero, but it's actually dedicated to a song. Meaning "Tsugaru Strait winter scenery", the 1977 hit ballad is an all-time karaoke favorite.
ねぶたの家ワ・ラッセ
The distinctive red building houses exhibits about the Nebuta, including several floats, if you're unable to make it during festival season.
青森ベイブリッジ Aomori Bei Buridji
This bridge spans a short harbor inlet near Aomori Station and the former ferry port.
八甲田丸
The ferry which connected Hokkaido and Aomori prior to the building of the Seikan Submarine Tunnel is now a somewhat run down museum, but worth checking out if you're interested in regional history, trains, or boats. The rear part of the deck of the ferry serves as a beer garden on summer nights.
アスパム
A large triangular building that can be easily spotted from the train station or the bridge, this is the tourism center for all of Aomori prefecture. It includes a movie about the prefecture (Japanese only) and an observation deck with views of the harbor and city (extra charge).
青森県立美術館
Exhibits about the natural and cultural history of Aomori prefecture.
棟方志功記念館
Shiko Munakata is famous for his woodblock prints, displayed in this very small gallery along with some of his paintings and calligraphy. Closed Mondays except for national holidays and during Nebuta.