Things to do in Tokyo

Things to do in Tokyo

4,389 ranked activities50 in the 90+ Club

Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product.

Quick answer

What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

Outty ranks 4,389 bookable experiences in Tokyo, Japan. The highest scoring is Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings) at 96 out of 100, followed by Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour, Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class. Prices start at $10 per person and 50 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views.

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Top attractions in Tokyo

Landmark by landmark: every ranked tour, ticket and guided visit in one place.

Top tour operators in Tokyo

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Tokyo they cover.

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Most Popular in Tokyo

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Tokyo

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in Tokyo

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Tokyo

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Tokyo

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Tokyo

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Tokyo

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Tokyo

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Tokyo

What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings) is the highest ranked experience in Tokyo, scoring 96 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 3,610 traveler reviews. Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour, Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class round out the top five. Outty ranks 4,389 bookable experiences in Tokyo, Japan, and 50 of them score 90 or above.
Which attractions should I visit in Tokyo?
The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Shibuya, Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Temple), Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu), Shinjuku, Tokyo Imperial Palace. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.
How much do activities in Tokyo cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Tokyo is ¥5,000 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Shinjuku Food & Culture Tour, Family Friendly: 15 Dishes+2 Drinks. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Tokyo for today?
Yes. 124 of the top 125 experiences we rank in Tokyo currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Tokyo good for families?
Yes. 22 of the experiences we rank in Tokyo are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Tokyo?
125 of the 125 experiences we rank in Tokyo offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Tokyo gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Tokyo so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.