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7 days in Tokyo

7 days · 39 stops · Japan

Tokyo is a city of contrasts that somehow feel perfectly natural together: neon-lit districts, tiny ramen shops, and calm shrine paths tucked between busy streets. It rewards curious travellers who like to wander from one neighbourhood to the next, with each area offering a different mood, from polished and fast-paced to quiet and local. It shines especially well at night, when the food scene comes alive and the city feels both electric and surprisingly easy to explore.

€1,494estimated for two — on-the-ground estimate, flights not included.

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The 7-day plan, day by day

Day 1 · Wednesday — Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree
Historic temple streets, river views and a first big Tokyo skyline moment
5 stops€80 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 09:00
  Airport arrival transfer into central Tokyo
  Travel into the city and continue to the hotel area to drop bags before starting the day.
  €10 per person
  TIPKeep a transit card or contactless payment ready for trains and local connections.
2. 10:45
  Senso-ji and Nakamise-dori
  This temple district is one of Tokyo's most atmospheric introductions, with a large gate, incense-filled courtyards and long shopping lanes leading toward the main hall. Arriving before midday keeps the walk more comfortable and gives time to absorb the mix of devotion, street snacks and old-town character.
  Free
  TIPThe side lanes just off the main approach are often calmer for photos and browsing.
Afternoon
1. 13:15
  Lunch around Asakusa side streets
  The lanes around the temple area are packed with casual places serving noodles, rice bowls and classic fried snacks. It is an easy district for a first meal in Tokyo, with plenty of choice and lots to see between stops.
  €12 per person
  TIPTemple-front stalls can be busiest at midday, so step one or two streets back for shorter waits.
2. 14:45
  Sumida River walk
  A stroll along the river opens up broad views of bridges, boats and the surrounding skyline. The route gives a pleasant reset after the temple crowds and links naturally toward the modern eastern side of the district.
  Free
  TIPBring a light layer if the breeze picks up along the water.
3. 16:15
  Tokyo Skytree area at Solamachi
  This modern complex pairs a dramatic tower backdrop with easy shopping, snack breaks and evening city views. The surrounding plazas and indoor arcades are lively before sunset, making it a smooth transition from old Tokyo to a more contemporary atmosphere.
  Free
  TIPAim for late afternoon so you can enjoy the area through sunset and into the evening lights.
Evening
1. 19:00
  Dinner in the Oshiage and Asakusa area
  The neighborhoods around the tower and river offer plenty of casual dinner options, from simple Japanese set meals to busy local izakaya streets. Staying nearby keeps the first evening easy and gives a relaxed close to the day.
  €18 per person
  TIPWeeknight queues are usually lighter if you eat a little before 19:30.
Day 2 · Thursday — Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and Shibuya
Shrine calm, creative streets and Tokyo's most famous urban energy
6 stops€104 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 09:00
  Meiji Shrine forest approach
  The broad gravel paths through the shrine forest feel surprisingly spacious and quiet for central Tokyo. It is a memorable way to begin the day, with towering trees, large torii gates and a strong sense of contrast between nature and city life.
  Free
  TIPGo earlier in the morning for a calmer atmosphere on the main approach.
2. 10:45
  Harajuku around Omotesando and backstreets
  This part of Tokyo mixes polished boulevard architecture with smaller lanes full of fashion, cafés and design shops. Wandering here works best without a strict route, letting the area shift from elegant avenues to youthful side streets within a few blocks.
  Free
  TIPTake time to explore the side lanes off the main boulevard for smaller shops and quieter corners.
Afternoon
1. 13:15
  Lunch in Harajuku and Omotesando
  The district has a wide range of easy lunch choices, from quick noodle counters to stylish café-lined streets. It is a good area to pause because the neighborhood itself is part of the experience, with constant people-watching and changing storefronts.
  €15 per person
  TIPPopular lunch spots fill quickly after 13:00, so earlier seating is smoother.
2. 15:00
  Shibuya Scramble and Center-gai walk
  Shibuya delivers the classic rush of Tokyo street life, with giant screens, layered crossings and busy pedestrian lanes. Walking through the main junction and nearby entertainment streets gives a vivid feel for the city's pace and visual energy.
  Free
  TIPUse an upper-floor café or passage window if you want a good view of the crossing without standing in the crowd.
Evening
1. 17:00
  Shibuya Sky area and sunset skyline time
  The upper parts of Shibuya's redeveloped core are ideal for watching the city shift from daylight into neon. Even around the tower complex and station decks, the changing light creates one of the most exciting urban scenes in Tokyo.
  €15 per person
  TIPSunset periods are busy, so leave time for entry queues if you choose a viewpoint ticket.
2. 19:15
  Dinner in Nonbei Yokocho and nearby Shibuya lanes
  The smaller lanes near the station offer a more intimate evening mood, with compact bars, grilled dishes and glowing signs packed into narrow alleys. It is a fun contrast to the scale of the crossing and a classic first-time Tokyo night scene.
  €22 per person
  TIPSome tiny places have cover charges or cash-only systems, so check before sitting down.
Day 3 · Friday — Ueno and Yanaka
Museums, parkland and a slower old-neighborhood Tokyo afternoon
6 stops€78 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 09:00
  Ueno Park walk
  This large public park is one of the easiest places to feel the cultural side of Tokyo, with open promenades, ponds and a steady local rhythm. Morning is especially pleasant for a relaxed walk before the museum crowds build.
  Free
  TIPPick up a coffee before entering the park if you want an easy start on one of the benches.
2. 10:30
  Tokyo National Museum area
  The museum quarter in Ueno offers an accessible introduction to Japanese art, history and design in a calm setting. A couple of focused hours here gives enough depth without making the day feel too heavy.
  €7 per person
  TIPMuseum buildings are typically quieter soon after opening than in the early afternoon.
Afternoon
1. 13:00
  Lunch around Ameyoko
  The market-style streets south of the park are energetic and informal, with seafood counters, snack stalls and inexpensive sit-down meals. It is a lively lunch stop that feels very different from the greenery and museum setting above.
  €14 per person
  TIPThis area can be noisy and crowded, so walk the full strip before choosing where to eat.
2. 14:45
  Yanaka Ginza and the surrounding backstreets
  Yanaka offers a gentler pace, with low-rise streets, local shops and a neighborhood feel that survived the city's more intense redevelopment. Wandering here rewards slow observation, small snack stops and quiet side lanes with everyday Tokyo character.
  Free
  TIPMany smaller shops begin winding down in the late afternoon, so arrive with time to browse.
Evening
1. 17:30
  Sunset walk near Yuyake Dandan and local lanes
  The slopes and stairs around this part of Yanaka catch the softer evening light beautifully. It is an easy place to end the afternoon, with a residential atmosphere that feels warm and unhurried.
  Free
  TIPThis is a residential area, so keep voices low in the quieter lanes.
2. 18:45
  Dinner back in Ueno
  Returning to Ueno makes for a convenient evening, with many casual restaurants around the station and market streets. The area stays lively after dark and works well for an unhurried dinner close to the hotel base.
  €18 per person
  TIPStation-area restaurants usually have picture menus, which makes ordering easy.
Day 4 · Saturday — Tsukiji, Ginza and Tokyo Station
Market flavors, polished boulevards and classic central Tokyo architecture
6 stops€110 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 08:30
  Tsukiji Outer Market stroll
  The market lanes are best enjoyed earlier in the day, when the food counters and small vendors are fully active. It is a great place to sample a few bites, watch the rhythm of local trade and experience one of Tokyo's best-known food districts.
  €15 per person
  TIPGo early because many stalls keep shorter daytime hours and the area is busiest by late morning.
2. 10:45
  Hamarikyu waterfront garden area
  The nearby waterfront paths offer a spacious pause between dense city districts, with landscaped grounds framed by modern towers. The contrast of gardens, tidal water and skyline makes this a refreshing late-morning walk.
  €2 per person
  TIPA short garden stop pairs well after the market before moving into busier shopping streets.
Afternoon
1. 12:45
  Lunch in Ginza side streets
  Ginza's smaller blocks behind the main avenues are full of lunch spots ranging from simple counters to department-store dining floors. The district combines polished city scenery with plenty of practical midday choices.
  €18 per person
  TIPDepartment store restaurant floors are useful if street-level places have long queues.
2. 14:15
  Ginza boulevard and department store browsing
  The wide streets, flagship stores and careful urban design make Ginza one of Tokyo's most elegant walking districts. Even without serious shopping, the area is enjoyable for architecture, displays and the polished city atmosphere.
  Free
  TIPWeekends are especially busy, so move a street or two off the main avenue for a calmer walk.
3. 16:45
  Marunouchi and Tokyo Station red-brick frontage
  The business district around Tokyo Station has broad plazas, handsome historic facades and a more formal city feel. Late afternoon works well here, when office towers begin to glow and the station area becomes especially photogenic.
  Free
  TIPCross the plaza fully to appreciate the station facade against the surrounding towers.
Evening
1. 19:00
  Dinner in Tokyo Station and Marunouchi underground dining areas
  The station complex and nearby basements make dinner easy, with a huge range of casual Japanese options in one compact area. It is a convenient end to a central-city day, especially on a busy Saturday evening.
  €20 per person
  TIPIf surface restaurants are crowded, the underground restaurant floors often have more choice.
Day 5 · Sunday — Shinjuku and Kagurazaka
Gardens, department-store cityscapes and an evening with smaller-lane charm
6 stops€82 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 09:00
  Shinjuku Gyoen area
  This large garden district offers lawns, tree-lined paths and a gentler side of one of Tokyo's busiest centers. A morning visit feels calm and spacious, making it an excellent reset before diving into the station-area intensity.
  €3 per person
  TIPArrive in the morning for softer light and a quieter atmosphere on the main paths.
2. 11:15
  Shinjuku station west side viewpoint streets
  The canyons of towers and elevated walkways around west Shinjuku show Tokyo at its most vertical. Exploring on foot reveals observation decks, plazas and busy commuter flows that give the district its distinctive urban drama.
  Free
  TIPUse the elevated pedestrian passages to move comfortably between blocks above the traffic.
Afternoon
1. 13:15
  Lunch in Omoide Yokocho and nearby Shinjuku lanes
  The narrow lanes around this area are known for compact eateries and a dense, atmospheric streetscape. By midday the neighborhood is easier to navigate than at night, while still offering that close-packed classic Shinjuku feel.
  €16 per person
  TIPSome tiny counters have very limited seating, so have a second choice in mind nearby.
2. 15:00
  Department store and arcade browsing in east Shinjuku
  East Shinjuku combines giant retail floors, bright signage and busy streets full of movement. It is an easy place for souvenir browsing and people-watching, with something happening in nearly every direction.
  Free
  TIPLook for tax-free counters if shopping for higher-value items.
Evening
1. 17:00
  Kagurazaka slope streets
  Kagurazaka has a more intimate rhythm, with sloping streets, stone alleys and a mix of old Tokyo texture and modern café culture. Early evening is ideal, when the neighborhood lights come on and the side lanes feel especially atmospheric.
  Free
  TIPThe smaller alleys are part of the charm, so slow down and explore on foot.
2. 19:00
  Dinner in Kagurazaka
  This hillside district is a lovely dinner setting, with a more relaxed pace than the biggest station hubs and plenty of inviting streets to wander before or after eating. It suits a slower Sunday evening with a distinctly local-feeling atmosphere.
  €22 per person
  TIPA reservation helps in popular streets, especially on weekend evenings.
Day 6 · Monday — Imperial Palace area, Jimbocho and Akihabara
Wide civic spaces, bookshop lanes and a bright electric Tokyo evening
6 stops€64 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 09:00
  Imperial Palace East Gardens area
  The broad paths, stone walls and open grounds around the palace district create one of central Tokyo's grandest walking settings. Starting here gives the day a spacious, historical tone before moving into denser neighborhoods.
  Free
  TIPPublic holiday crowds can build later in the day, so an earlier start is more comfortable.
2. 11:15
  Otemachi to Marunouchi business district walk
  This route threads through plazas, tower-lined streets and polished public spaces that show Tokyo's modern corporate heart. The area is easy to walk and gives a strong sense of the city's scale and order.
  Free
  TIPMany office towers have indoor passages that are useful if the weather turns.
Afternoon
1. 12:45
  Lunch in Jimbocho book district
  Jimbocho's streets are lined with bookshops, student hangouts and long-established casual eateries. Lunch here feels distinctly local and pairs well with browsing shelves and side streets at an unhurried pace.
  €14 per person
  TIPThis is a good area for a simple set lunch before an afternoon of walking.
2. 14:15
  Jimbocho secondhand bookshop streets
  The district's compact blocks are ideal for slow wandering, with storefronts full of old paperbacks, prints and specialist collections. Even without buying anything, the atmosphere is distinctive and richly textured.
  Free
  TIPSome shops are very narrow, so bags are easier to manage if kept compact.
3. 16:30
  Akihabara electric town main streets
  Akihabara is one of Tokyo's most recognizable urban scenes, packed with electronics, hobby stores, arcades and bright signage. Arriving in the late afternoon lets the district build into its full evening energy.
  Free
  TIPExplore both the main boulevard and the narrower backstreets for a fuller feel of the area.
Evening
1. 19:00
  Dinner in Akihabara station area
  The station surroundings offer an easy range of casual meals after browsing the district's dense streets. It is a practical, lively place to end the day without needing a long cross-city transfer.
  €18 per person
  TIPHoliday evenings can be busy, so avoid the first visible option and compare a few nearby spots.
Day 7 · Tuesday — Roppongi, Tokyo Tower area and departure
Artful city views, polished neighborhoods and a final evening skyline mood
4 stops€76 in stops, for two
Morning
1. 09:00
  Hotel check-out and bag storage
  Check out of the hotel and leave luggage with the front desk or a station locker for the final day.
  Free
  TIPKeep valuables and anything needed for the flight in a small day bag.
2. 10:00
  Roppongi Hills and surrounding streets
  Roppongi brings together wide avenues, contemporary architecture and a polished international city feel. The area is easy to enjoy by walking, with public art, plazas and changing skyline angles throughout the neighborhood.
  Free
  TIPThe streets are pleasant on foot, so allow time to wander beyond the main complex.
Afternoon
1. 12:00
  Lunch in Roppongi
  The district has many straightforward lunch options, from quick Japanese staples to modern cafés in tower complexes and side streets. It is a convenient midday stop before continuing toward the southern skyline areas.
  €18 per person
  TIPTower complexes are useful if you want many choices in one place.
2. 13:45
  Azabudai and Tokyo Tower area walk
  Walking south from Roppongi toward the Tokyo Tower side reveals a striking mix of embassies, greenery and landmark skyline views. The route feels spacious and distinctly metropolitan, with the tower appearing dramatically between buildings.
  Free
  TIPKeep your camera ready on the quieter side streets where the tower suddenly opens into view.
3. 16:00
  Final coffee or souvenir stop near the tower and station districts
  This last pause is a good chance to pick up small gifts, enjoy one more city view and ease into the final hours of the trip. Staying in a central area keeps the departure simple and leaves room for a flexible finish.
  €10 per person
  TIPUse this stop to repack small purchases so departure is easier later.
Evening
1. 18:00
  Transfer to the airport
  Collect luggage and head out with enough time for the airport journey and check-in.
  €10 per person
  TIPAllow extra time for evening traffic or rail crowding on the way out.

Where to stay

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Tokyo, in a few questions

Is 7 days enough for Tokyo?

7 days in Tokyo gets you the classics, a day trip out of town, and a morning with nothing booked. The plan below spends every one of them, morning to evening, with what each stop costs.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable times to visit, with milder weather and plenty to see on foot. That said, Tokyo works year-round, and each season gives the city a different feel.

How many days do I need in Tokyo?

A first visit is better with several days, because the city is large and each neighbourhood feels distinct. If you want time for food, temples, shopping, and a few relaxed wanderings, a longer stay is worth it.

Is Tokyo expensive to visit?

Tokyo can be as budget-friendly or as indulgent as you make it. You can eat very well at casual places and use public transport to keep costs manageable, while upscale dining and central hotels will raise the total quickly.

How do I get around Tokyo?

Public transport is the easiest way to move around the city, especially by train and subway. Walking is also a great way to discover neighbourhood details once you’re in a specific area.

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The 7-day plan, day by day

Day 1 · Wednesday — Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree

Airport arrival transfer into central Tokyo

Senso-ji and Nakamise-dori

Lunch around Asakusa side streets

Sumida River walk

Tokyo Skytree area at Solamachi

Dinner in the Oshiage and Asakusa area

Day 2 · Thursday — Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and Shibuya

Meiji Shrine forest approach

Harajuku around Omotesando and backstreets

Lunch in Harajuku and Omotesando

Shibuya Scramble and Center-gai walk

Shibuya Sky area and sunset skyline time

Dinner in Nonbei Yokocho and nearby Shibuya lanes

Day 3 · Friday — Ueno and Yanaka

Ueno Park walk

Tokyo National Museum area

Lunch around Ameyoko

Yanaka Ginza and the surrounding backstreets

Sunset walk near Yuyake Dandan and local lanes

Dinner back in Ueno

Day 4 · Saturday — Tsukiji, Ginza and Tokyo Station

Tsukiji Outer Market stroll

Hamarikyu waterfront garden area

Lunch in Ginza side streets

Ginza boulevard and department store browsing

Marunouchi and Tokyo Station red-brick frontage

Dinner in Tokyo Station and Marunouchi underground dining areas

Day 5 · Sunday — Shinjuku and Kagurazaka

Shinjuku Gyoen area

Shinjuku station west side viewpoint streets

Lunch in Omoide Yokocho and nearby Shinjuku lanes

Department store and arcade browsing in east Shinjuku

Kagurazaka slope streets

Dinner in Kagurazaka

Day 6 · Monday — Imperial Palace area, Jimbocho and Akihabara

Imperial Palace East Gardens area

Otemachi to Marunouchi business district walk

Lunch in Jimbocho book district

Jimbocho secondhand bookshop streets

Akihabara electric town main streets

Dinner in Akihabara station area

Day 7 · Tuesday — Roppongi, Tokyo Tower area and departure

Hotel check-out and bag storage

Roppongi Hills and surrounding streets

Lunch in Roppongi

Azabudai and Tokyo Tower area walk

Final coffee or souvenir stop near the tower and station districts

Transfer to the airport

Where to stay

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