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 £60 per night
This weekend
From £196 per night
Next weekend
From £162 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | ¥1,000 = £5.19 |
| Language | Japanese |
| Average weekend price | £111 per night |
| Average weekday price | £110 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 always great as well as the locals, who are always...
18 April 2024
Tokyo is always great as well as the locals, who are always very nice and helpful. Great place to visit and with the US dollar so strong at the moment your money goes a bit further than it used to. There are many small mom and pop restaurants which I recommend over the larger companies. Easy access rail system so it is easy to get around the city and even to other cities. No English is required to get around; a few Japanese phrases may be helpful, but there is always Google translate which does come in handy.
I loved the bus trip to Mt.
18 April 2024
I loved the bus trip to Mt.Fuji so much. On this trip it included lunch a tram ride up the mountain a pirate ship ride and a bullet train back to Tokyo. I am so glad I booked this with Viator through TripAdvisor. I enjoyed the day at Disney Sea Park. Tokyo Tower was great. We loved being able to see Tokyo from the top of the tower. We were in Tokyo because my son was able to get tickets to Hololive Anime concert. This was totally amazing. The venue was huge. My son loved this. I would love to return to take in more. We actually enjoyed riding the trains. We took them everywhere. The people are lovely and so polite. Everything is clean and I felt safe everywhere we went.
I used to live in Tokyo and it's still one of my...
17 April 2024
I used to live in Tokyo and it's still one of my favorite cities in the world. You can eat an amazing quality of food for very cheap. Everyone who has visited with me always compliments the city and country on how clean it is. You absolutely do NOT need a car in Tokyo as their public transportation is always clean, safe and reliable (use Google maps to help you navigate). I'll continue to come back as often as possible and I recommend everyone visit Japan at least once.
Tokyo is safe and convenient for tourists of all age.
17 April 2024
Tokyo is safe and convenient for tourists of all age. Both cash and credit cards are widely acceptable. Excellent place for shopping, eating and sight-seeing, so many places and activities to enjoy in Tokyo! Sakura blossoms in early April this year. Hot spring bathing is highly recommended.
Tokyo is an amazing city and a must see for world travelers.
16 April 2024
Tokyo is an amazing city and a must see for world travelers. The culture is peaceful and the people are welcoming and kind. There is so much to explore and their public transit is easy to figure out with Google maps.
Very much crowded at stations and in public/shopping...
16 April 2024
Very much crowded at stations and in public/shopping places. transportation system is excellent but not easy to handle for foreigners who don't know Japanese. Book early in advance to your staying should you wish to visit museums!. More consumeristic than US (!). Be ready for long queues to eat typical Japanese/Tokyo food at the hundreds of small restaurants (prices are very reasonable). City is very clean (I have not seen someone to throw papers/trash on the public places or on the streets :)). Many fun places and situations different from our habits.
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