Asakusa Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
Sensoji Temple
Learn about the history of Sensoji Temple, one of the top monuments in Tokyo. Visit the temples and shops in this vibrant area.
Kaminarimon Gate
Learn about the local history of Tokyo when you spend time at Kaminarimon Gate. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this culturally rich area.
Asakusa Shrine
You can find out about the history of Tokyo with a stop at Asakusa Shrine. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this vibrant area.
Hoppy Street
During your visit to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping at Hoppy Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Nakamise Street
During your trip to Tokyo, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nakamise Street. Visit the notable monuments and temples in this culturally rich area.
Hanayashiki Amusement Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Hanayashiki Amusement Park as part of your trip to Tokyo. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Asakusa
Richmond Hotel Asakusa
Clean room, friendly staff and close by to shops
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International
Perfect location. Spacious and clean rooms. Staff went above and beyond to help us out more than once. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Asakusa Tobu Hotel
Great breakfast and nice bathroom arrangement.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Onyado Nono Asakusa Bettei
The location of the hotel could not be more desirable. Alongside the temple and all its beauty. It is simple to spend both the day and return at night to enjoy the rich history and grandeur just steps away. The hotel itself is a perfect getaway to the hustle of Asakusa and Tokyo overall. Rooms are ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
HOTEL TAVINOS Asakusa
Everything was wonderful and very nicely located, my only complaint is the elevators taking forever and being small, and that there was not stairs and the laundry room that the dryer did not work that great and other people messing with your laundry
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Asakusa View Hotel Annex Rokku
Rooms are small but clean and location is very good and easy to get around Tokyo. Breakfast was fantastic you can go with a smaller buffet and eggs to order at the Annex or the big buffet at the main hotel across the street.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asakusa
Taito
Travellers love Taito for its popular shops, and you can see more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Iriya Station or Tawaramachi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sensoji Temple and Hanayashiki Amusement Park.
Ueno
Travellers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.
Akihabara
While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.
Chiyoda
Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.
Marunouchi
Travellers choose Marunouchi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station and check out top sights like Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum.
Chuo
Known for its popular shops and top seafood restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Chuo. Check out top attractions like Tokyo Bay and Tsukiji Outer Market, and jump on the metro at Tsukiji Station or Shintomicho Station to see more of the city.
