Things to do in Tokyo: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Tokyo (Japan): 恩賜上野動物園, 皇居, 東京ドームシティアトラクションズ, 三井記念美術館, 日本銀行金融研究所貨幣博物館, 8 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Tokyo

Hotels in Tokyo

Frequently asked questions about Tokyo

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

No month combines 18–33 °C daytime highs with under 100 mm of rain in Tokyo; the warmest month is August (34 °C average daytime high).

How many days do you need in Tokyo?

Our 8 day-by-day plans for Tokyo last 2 to 14 days.

How much does a trip to Tokyo cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €500–900 per person for 2 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in Tokyo in 2 days?

Our “Tokyo Express” plan: Day 1 — Shinjuku & Shibuya; Day 2 — Asakusa & Culture.

What to do in Tokyo in 3 days?

Our “Tokyo Weekend” plan: Day 1 — Arrival & Shinjuku; Day 2 — Asakusa & Akihabara; Day 3 — Harajuku, Shibuya & Departure.

Where to stay in Tokyo?

Close to the tourist centre: ホテル龍名館お茶の水本店 (900 m), 東京グリーンホテル後楽園 (1.0 km), 星のや東京 (1.0 km). Our directory lists 793 hotels in Tokyo, to contact directly.

What to see in Tokyo?

Some places to see in the centre: 恩賜上野動物園, 皇居, 東京ドームシティアトラクションズ, ヤン・ヨーステン記念像, 三井記念美術館, 日本銀行金融研究所貨幣博物館.

Sights in Tokyo

Museums in Tokyo

Parks and gardens in Tokyo

Where to eat in Tokyo