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Japan
Best Things to Do in Tokyo
Looking for the best things to do in Tokyo? We've gathered 9 experiences covering the best attractions Tokyo is known for — tours in Tokyo, food walks, cultural highlights and Tokyo day trips — every one bookable directly with GetYourGuide, our trusted partner for skip-the-line tickets and local guides.
Top attractions
The unmissable sights of Tokyo
Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, tops almost every list of things to do in Tokyo, approached through the lantern-lit Kaminarimon gate and a market street of snacks and souvenirs. Arrive at opening time to enjoy the grounds before the crowds build.
Pair it with the forested calm of Meiji Shrine and a sunset view from Tokyo Tower or Skytree for a single well-paced day. For the full planning walkthrough, see our Tokyo travel guide.
Cultural tours
Tokyo's temples, tea and traditions
Beneath Tokyo's neon surface lies a deep traditional current — Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples and rituals unchanged for centuries. A guided cultural tour weaves Senso-ji, Meiji Shrine and the old Yanaka district with the history that makes them more than photo stops.
A tea ceremony is the most concentrated cultural experience you can have in a single hour. Browse our Tokyo cultural tours and the wider cultural-tours hub, or read our in-depth Tokyo cultural tours guide for temples, tea ceremonies and kimono experiences.
Food tours
Eat your way through Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the world's great eating cities, and a guided food tour is the single best way past the language barrier — someone else navigates the alleys, translates the menus and steers you to dishes you would never order alone, from Tsukiji seafood to izakaya skewers.
For a deeper dive, read our Tokyo food tours guide covering sushi, ramen and street eats, or browse every food tour we offer worldwide.
Day trips
Escapes beyond the city
Some of the best things to do in Tokyo are actually outside it. Mt Fuji and the Lake Kawaguchi area, the hot-spring town of Hakone, the ornate shrines of Nikko and the Great Buddha of Kamakura all make rewarding Tokyo day trips — the easiest worthwhile escapes when you want to see more without changing hotels.
Browse our day trips hub to compare escapes worldwide, or open the full Tokyo travel guide for planning tips.
Frequently asked questions
Tokyo travel FAQ
What are the top attractions in Tokyo?
Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Skytree, and teamLab Planets.
Is Tokyo expensive to visit?
It can be, but food and transport are affordable with smart planning.
What is the best time to visit Tokyo?
Spring (March–April) and autumn (October–November).
Are Tokyo cultural tours worth it?
Yes — tea ceremonies, temples, and kimono experiences are highly rated.
How many days should you spend in Tokyo?
4–6 days is ideal.
Explore Tokyo tours
Every Tokyo tour above is bookable directly with GetYourGuide — skip-the-line tickets, local guides and free cancellation on most experiences. Ready to dive deeper? Open the full Tokyo travel guide.