Things to Do in Tokyo
Plan your days in Tokyo, your way
Start at Senso-ji in the morning calm, incense drifting past the giant red lantern.
Sushi lunch at a counter where the chef decides; easy and excellent.
An unhurried wander down Nakameguro's canal, coffee in hand, boutiques to duck into.
Shinjuku Gyoen for an hour of green right in the middle of everything.
Shibuya Crossing at rush hour, because some famous things earn it.
Golden hour from the Metropolitan Building's free deck, city glowing, Fuji faint on the horizon.
Dinner in an izakaya under the tracks, grilled skewers and a cold beer.
One easy day trip: Kamakura's Great Buddha, then a beach walk after.
Nothing extreme, nothing missed, a little of everything Tokyo does best.
Come curious. Leave already planning the return.
Top attractions and places to eat in Tokyo
Tokyo Skytree
The tallest tower in Japan, offering sweeping observation-deck views over the metropolis from hundreds of meters up. A landmark destination for panoramic cityscapes.
viewpoint · 4.4 rating
Tokyo Tower
An iconic red-and-white lattice communications tower inspired by the Eiffel Tower, with observation decks offering views over central Tokyo. A classic city symbol and viewpoint (duplicate entry).
viewpoint · 4.5 rating · ¥1.50
Sensō-ji
Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple in Asakusa, approached via the Kaminarimon gate and the Nakamise shopping street. Travelers come for its dramatic architecture, incense-filled grounds, and historic atmosphere.
temple · 4.6 rating · Free
Meiji Jingu
A major Shinto shrine set in a forested precinct dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Travelers visit for its spiritual significance, architecture, and tranquil wooded grounds.
shrine · 4.6 rating · Free
teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM
An immersive digital art installation in Toyosu where visitors wade barefoot through water and move through vast light-filled spaces. Travelers come for its famous body-immersive, interactive artworks.
theme park · 4.5 rating · ¥3.60
Fish Market Tsukiji Outer Market
A bustling network of stalls and small eateries selling fresh seafood, produce, and kitchen goods that remained after the inner wholesale market moved. Travelers come to sample sushi, street food, and Japanese culinary culture.
market · 4.2 rating · Free
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
A spacious landscaped garden blending Japanese, English, and French styles, renowned as one of Tokyo's premier cherry blossom spots. Travelers come to stroll expansive lawns and seasonal plantings.
park · 4.6 rating · ¥500
Ueno Zoo
Japan's oldest zoo, located in Ueno Park, famous for its giant pandas and wide range of animal exhibits. A popular family destination combining wildlife with a central park setting.
attraction · 4.2 rating · ¥600
Ueno Park
A large public park in central Tokyo home to museums, a zoo, temples, and famous cherry blossom avenues. Travelers visit for green space, cultural institutions, and springtime hanami.
park · 4.4 rating · Free
Tokyo Solamachi
A large shopping and dining complex at the base of Tokyo Skytree, featuring hundreds of shops, restaurants, and souvenir stores. Travelers go for shopping, dining, and access to the Skytree tower.
restaurant · 4.2 rating · Free
Tokyo National Museum
Japan's oldest and largest museum, home to the world's most comprehensive collection of Japanese art, artifacts, and historical treasures. A key destination for anyone interested in the nation's cultural heritage.
museum · 4.5 rating · ¥1
Shibuya Crossing
The world-famous scramble intersection where crowds surge across from all directions beneath giant video screens. Travelers come to witness and photograph the iconic spectacle of Tokyo's density.
landmark · 4.5 rating · Free
National Museum of Nature and Science
A major museum in Ueno Park covering natural history, science, and technology with extensive dinosaur and biology exhibits. Travelers come to explore comprehensive collections spanning nature and human innovation.
attraction · 4.5 rating · ¥630
teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
An immersive digital art museum where boundless, moving projections respond to visitors as they wander through interconnected rooms. Travelers come for a world-famous, sensory art experience.
museum · 4.6 rating
Kanda Myoujin Shrine
A historic Shinto shrine in central Tokyo known for its vivid architecture and association with business prosperity and modern pop culture. Travelers come for its cultural significance and colorful grounds.
attraction · 4.4 rating · Free