Places to Visit in Shinjuku

Can't wait for your trip to Shinjuku? Keen for some tips about what to do when you're there? That's where we can assist!

There's no more pleasant way to experience this neighbourhood than to walk around it. Why not get those legs moving and get your fix of sightseeing at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden?

It has often been said that the pen is mightier than the sword, and Waseda University is a prime example of this. Have a look around the campus and find out about the achievements of its greatest thinkers. There's a great range of things to do in this destination. Hanazono Shrine is very sacred. While there, make the most out of your visit and try to focus on some peaceful reflection. Still got some time to spare? Choose a good vantage point and watch the people bustling by at Takashimaya Times Square. If you're in the mood to socialize, this time-worn meeting point is also the perfect place to strike up a friendly conversation with some locals.

Holidays are pretty awesome to begin with. But opening yourself up to the terrific experiences on offer definitely makes them better!

Your trip to Shinjuku is about to get a lot more exciting. There are heaps of activities available, such as:

• Private Full-Day Manga & Anime Tour
• Unlimited WiFi In Japan pick up at LAX
• LGBT Tokyo Past and Present
• Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku
• Full-Day Nikko World Heritage Bus Tour
• Kanpai Tokyo: Shinjuku Drinks and Neon Nights Evening Tour

Check out the Shinjuku things to do page for a full list.

Shinjuku Accommodation

After a big day of travelling, you'll definitely want a decent bed. Luckily, there's a wide variety of properties in Shinjuku. Choose between as many as 60 options and kick-start your cheap holiday or luxury getaway.

Thinking about where to spend your evenings? Just remember — cheap doesn't have to mean bed bugs and tired old linen! You can find clean, low-cost options like the Sophiearth Hostel (1-7-26 Okubo) and the Hikari House (1-1-22 Hyakunin-cho Shinjuku). Alternatively, if it's high time you pampered yourself, the Hilton Tokyo (6-6-2, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku) and the Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo (2-10-8 Sekiguchi, Bunkyo ku) have deluxe rooms with those little extras we all love.

Nearest Airports to Shinjuku

Need to figure out how to head from Haneda Airport (HND) to Shinjuku? Once you have collected your bags, you'll be about 11 miles southeast of the neighbourhood.