Top things to do in Tokyo
Attractions, tours and activities in Tokyo
Recommended museums in Tokyo
Where to discover culture and the arts in Tokyo
Tokyo: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Tokyo
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Chiyoda
2.2 miles from city centre
Chiyoda-ku is both bureaucratic and historical. Look at the sprawling Imperial Palace or National Diet Building. The Shin Marunouchi Building and the Akihabara Denki-gai are modern shopping and dining areas. Walk past the East Garden to Kitanomaru Park and the National Museum of Modern Art.
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Shibuya Ward
2.3 miles from city centre
With its enormous crossing, Shibuya is a complete sensory overload – and a major commercial and entertainment hub. The area is loaded with mid to high-end shopping, restaurants and clubs. Buy an anime costume and join the youth wearing outlandish fashion at Shibuya 109 and Center-gai, or head to Hikarie's shops and restaurants.
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Shinjuku Ward
1.7 miles from city centre
Shinjuku is a major commercial and entertainment hub. Head to Takashimaya Times Square for shopping. The Metropolitan Government Office's free observation decks have amazing city vistas overlooking Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. By night, Kabukicho is Tokyo's wildest red light district.
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About Tokyo
Including tips for the best time to visit Tokyo
Japan's capital is home to over 13 million people and a variety of diverse districts, making it one of the world's most intriguing megacities. Its blend of old-world charm and new-age innovations means it has something for everyone.
To soak up Tokyo's traditions and culture, there's no better place to start than the ancient temples of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine (in Harajuku) and Chiyoda's Imperial Palace. Tsukiji Market is a sight to behold for its vast amount of seafood with close to 2,000 tonnes being traded daily. It's also a great place to enjoy a sushi breakfast, while meat, fruit, vegetables and flowers are also for sale.
The city is home to some stellar museums like Tokyo's National Museum, which houses a large collection of Japanese art, as well as samurai swords and colourful kimonos. Film lovers will appreciate the Ghibli Museum, showcasing the work of world-renowned animator Miyazaki Hayao. Pieces includes original sketches, a rooftop garden and life-size recreations of film sets.
To take in the best views over the city, take a trip up the Tokyo Skytree – one of the tallest structures in the world. The observation deck offers a 360-degree view, while other floors offer a restaurant and shopping mall. If you've got time to do more, catch a sumo wrestling show in Ryōgoku, or visit Tokyo Disneyland, which features a huge selection of rides and attractions.
Tokyo is served primarily by Narita Airport, located 70 kilometres north-east of the city. The quickest way to travel between there and the city is by taking the Skyliner electric railway, with journeys taking less than 45 minutes. Some international flights operate from Haneda Airport but most flights are domestic.
Tonight
From £56 per night
This weekend
From £140 per night
Next weekend
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | ¥1,000 = £5.24 |
| Language | Japanese |
| Average weekend price | £111 per night |
| Average weekday price | £114 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Tokyo
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Tokyo
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Tokyo Tower
2.1 miles from city centre
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Tokyo Skytree
4.8 miles from city centre
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Japan Imperial Palace
1.3 miles from city centre
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Kabuki-cho
1.6 miles from city centre
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Meiji Jingu Shrine
1.9 miles from city centre
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Roppongi Hills
1.8 miles from city centre
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Meiji Jingu Stadium
1.1 miles from city centre
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Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Stadium
3.7 miles from city centre
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Tokyo Bay
14.4 miles from city centre
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Oedo Onsen Monogatari
5.5 miles from city centre
Tokyo reviews
What other travellers say about Tokyo
Tokyo is an amazing mass of awesomeness.
23 April 2024
Tokyo is an amazing mass of awesomeness. Thankyou ,way too much to do and eat .the access to transport,bus,subway,train is phenomenal and so easy , the people in Tokyo are so lovely and patient with us mere mortals than just speak English.We will definitely be back .
Crowded,train stations madness
23 April 2024
Crowded,train stations madness Big metropolis but with lots of quaint areas to explore and also has the modern hitech side .lots of different food options.people very polite for big city.its def a city that comes alive at night.shinjuku nice to stay in.good transport system but some stations confusing- they are huge and busy.it can be overwhelming after a 24hr journey to get there when tired.
A huuuuuge city.
22 April 2024
A huuuuuge city. For someone from Europe it was interesting to drive the rented car around. Doable :-). Very beautiful, clean city and very kind people. If possible, definitely visit and stay as long as you can.
I think Tokyo is now officially my favourite city, and...
22 April 2024
I think Tokyo is now officially my favourite city, and I've travelled to many. the people the sights, the sounds, the food, the entertainment, the different areas to adventure around. I could have stayed much longer!
This was my first solo trip and first time in Japan.
21 April 2024
This was my first solo trip and first time in Japan. I felt like all the preparation I made was a plus. Public transportation takes a little getting used to, but once you're familiar, you can get anywhere at most anytime. If there were any issues, people were very helpful and using translator apps helped when I couldn't converse in English. At no point did I ever feel unsafe. All the food was amazing, I enjoyed Ichiran Ramen, a sushi spot under the Godzilla Head theater in Shinjuku, a curry spot in the train station, giant tonkatsu at Tonkatsu Marushichi Fukugawa Fudo, and many other excellent restaurants. I came a few days late to see the huge Gundam in Yokoham, so I went to Diver CIty where they had a smaller one and attached to a large mall. There is also an endless amount of places to go shopping. Overall, Tokyo is an amazing place to visit with many different thigs to do, from shopping, eating, exploring, etc.
Tokyo is an exciting country to visit.
20 April 2024
Tokyo is an exciting country to visit. It is large and to fully immerse yourself, takes at least a couple of weeks. The culture is fascinating, people friendly and customer focused. Everything works, trains run on time and are clean. Hotel staff are welcoming, shop staff helpful. We will return to fully explore this beautiful country.
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