Tokyo Listing of Activities & Attractions

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Things to do in Tokyo

Senso-ji Temple
Known for its stunning ancient architecture, vibrant red pagoda, and the bustling Nakamise-dori shopping street lined with traditional snacks and souvenirs, making it Tokyo’s oldest and most visited Buddhist temple, entry is free.

TeamLab Borderless Museum
Known for its immersive, interactive digital art installations that seamlessly blend technology, creativity, and nature to create a constantly evolving, borderless experience, entry is approximately ¥3,800 per adult ticket, with discounts available for children, students, and disabled visitors. Ticket prices may fluctuate based on demand and season.

Meiji Shrine
Known for its serene forested grounds, traditional Shinto architecture, and status as a spiritual haven dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken, offering visitors a peaceful escape from the bustling city, entry is free.

Odaiba
Known for its futuristic architecture, waterfront views, shopping and entertainment complexes, including teamLab Borderless digital art museum, and iconic attractions like the Rainbow Bridge and replica of the Statue of Liberty, entry is free.

Ueno Park
Known for its sprawling grounds that house museums, a zoo, cherry blossom trees that attract countless visitors in spring, and a vibrant atmosphere blending nature, culture, and history, entry is free.

Tokyo Skytree
Known for its towering height as the tallest structure in Japan, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city, a variety of shopping and dining options, and its striking illuminated design that enhances Tokyo’s skyline, especially at night, entry is ¥2,100–¥3,100.

Akihabara
Known for its vibrant electronics shops, anime and manga culture, themed cafes, and a bustling atmosphere that attracts both tech enthusiasts and pop culture fans from around the world, entry is free.

Harajuku Takeshita Street
Known for its vibrant youth culture, eclectic street fashion, quirky boutiques, trendy cafes, and bustling atmosphere that draws both locals and tourists seeking the latest in Tokyo’s cutting-edge style, entry is free.

Shibuya Crossing
Known for being one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world, famous for its mesmerizing scramble of hundreds of people crossing from all directions simultaneously, surrounded by towering neon billboards and vibrant city life, entry is free.

Tsukiji Outer Market
Known for its vibrant atmosphere filled with fresh seafood stalls, sushi restaurants, and traditional Japanese street food vendors, offering visitors an authentic taste of Tokyo’s culinary culture, entry is free.

Tokyo Tower
Known for its iconic red and white lattice structure inspired by the Eiffel Tower, offering panoramic city views from its observation decks, vibrant illumination at night, and housing museums and shops at its base, entry is from ¥1,200 for the Main Deck to ¥3,000 for combined access to both observation decks, with discounts for children and other groups; prices may change for special events.

Ginza Shopping District
Known for its upscale boutiques, luxury brand flagship stores, fine dining establishments, and vibrant nightlife, making it a premier destination for fashion enthusiasts and gourmets alike, entry is free.

National Museum of Nature and Science
Known for its extensive and interactive exhibits covering natural history, biology, geology, and technology, making it a favorite destination for families, students, and science enthusiasts alike, entry is costs ¥630 for adults, with discounts for students and children; special exhibitions may incur additional fees.

Imperial Palace
Known for its historic significance as the primary residence of Japan's Imperial Family, beautifully landscaped gardens, and its juxtaposition of traditional architecture amidst the modern Tokyo skyline, entry is free.

Roppongi Hills
Known for its iconic blend of modern architecture, upscale shopping, vibrant nightlife, and cultural attractions such as the Mori Art Museum and Tokyo City View observation deck, entry is typically ¥2,000 per adult for entry to the Tokyo City View observation deck; access to shops, restaurants, and public areas is free, while the Mori Art Museum and Sky Deck may require separate tickets.