You will find that this metropolis thrives on quiet efficiency and deep respect for space, inviting you to wander slowly through Shinjuku’s labyrinthine streets or relax in a centuries-old bathhouse without rushing. It is a place where the ancient and ultra-modern coexist seamlessly, offering a traveler both thrilling energy and profound calm.
Do Tokyo the way locals do: start slow at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, eat where the regulars do at Hinomaru, let the evening run long at ATOM.
Top things to do in Tokyo Ranked by rating and review volume. These earn their hype. Booking links may earn Roam a commission, at no cost to you.
1
Tokyo Disneyland
Amusement Center · ★ 4.6 (124,907 reviews)
Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.
Check tours & tickets 2
Sensō-ji
Buddhist Temple · ★ 4.6 (97,507 reviews)
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
Check tours & tickets 3
Tokyo Tower
Observation Deck · ★ 4.5 (99,036 reviews)
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
Check tours & tickets 4
Tokyo Skytree
Observation Deck · ★ 4.4 (117,727 reviews)
World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
Check tours & tickets 5
Meiji Jingu
Shinto Shrine · ★ 4.6 (51,984 reviews)
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
Check tours & tickets 6
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Garden · ★ 4.6 (45,431 reviews)
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
Check tours & tickets 9
teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
Art museum · ★ 4.6 (29,323 reviews)
Popular, immersive museum known for its colorful, futuristic digital art installations & photo ops.
Check tours & tickets 10
Shibuya Sky
Observation Deck · ★ 4.6 (26,112 reviews)
A 360° open-air observation deck located on the roof of the Shibuya Scramble Square skyscraper.
Check tours & tickets Where to eat Local favorites, not tourist traps.
11
Hinomaru
Yakiniku Restaurant · ★ 4.9 (20,369 reviews)
Website 12
GYOPAO Gyoza Roppongi
Izakaya Restaurant · ★ 4.8 (19,816 reviews)
Soup dumplings, fried gyoza & Chinese-style dim sum in a compact, lantern-strung venue.
Website 13
Gyukatsu Motomura Shibuya Branch
Tonkatsu Restaurant · ★ 4.9 (15,925 reviews)
Website 14
Gyopao Gyoza Shinjuku
Izakaya Restaurant · ★ 4.8 (10,207 reviews)
Steamed dumplings & sake are offered in this narrow, informal restaurant with a take-out option.
Website 15
Gyukatsu Motomura Shinjuku Main Branch
Restaurant · ★ 4.9 (8,444 reviews)
Website 16
GYUMON
Halal Restaurant · ★ 4.8 (7,365 reviews)
Website 17
Gyukatsu Motomura Harajuku Branch
Tonkatsu Restaurant · ★ 4.8 (5,971 reviews)
Website 18
Ninja Food Tours
Tour Agency · ★ 5 (3,991 reviews)
Website Hungry for more? Book a food tour or tasting in Tokyo
Tours worth booking ahead These sell out, so lock them in early.
Get outside 25
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Garden · ★ 4.6 (45,431 reviews)
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
Website 26
Hamarikyu Gardens
Garden · ★ 4.5 (12,535 reviews)
Public park with a pond, laid out in the Edo-period style, on the site of 17th-century Shogun villa.
Website 27
Kasai Rinkai Park
Park · ★ 4.3 (18,954 reviews)
Sprawling waterfront green space with a Ferris wheel, lush gardens, a BBQ area & pathways.
Website 28
Jonanjima Seaside Park
Park · ★ 4.3 (6,160 reviews)
Waterfront park with sand & grassy areas & views of planes taking off & landing at Haneda Airport.
Website 29
Kiba Park
Park · ★ 4.2 (5,069 reviews)
Sizable green space with jogging paths, a dog area, play equipment & gardens, plus an art museum.
Website After dark 30
ATOM
Night Club · ★ 4.9 (7,407 reviews)
Website 31
Shinjuku Golden-Gai
Tourist Attraction · ★ 4.3 (12,916 reviews)
Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns.
Website 32
Music Fashion Bar RUN
Bar · ★ 4.9 (1,625 reviews)
Website 33
KINGDOM TOKYO
Night Club · ★ 4.9 (1,620 reviews)
Website Everything above is live data. Real ratings, opening hours, and photos, not AI guesswork. The planner turns it into your day, hour by hour.
The whole guide on one map
Every numbered pick above, pinned. Tap to pan, zoom, and plot your day.
Explore this map
Tips from travelers No tips yet. Been to Tokyo? Yours goes first.
Roam planner
Turn this into your personalized Tokyo itinerary
Build my Tokyo day
More guides