Chuo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chuo
Chuo
Chuo
Chuo
Chuo

This central ward of Tokyo is known for its bustling shopping districts, food streets, varied museums and laid-back waterfront parks.

Chuo City presents an enthralling mix of dining, retail and recreational attractions in an area dating back over 400 years and newly named in 1947. One of Tokyo’s 23 special wards, Chuo began during the Edo period as the city’s business and cultural heart. Visit Chuo to find glitzy shopping malls alongside traditional theatres and parks filled with cherry blossoms.

Energetic Ginza is the beating heart of Tokyo’s luxury lifestyles. Shop for art, upscale fashion and the latest technology trends at malls such as Ginza Place, Ginza Six and Tokyu Plaza Ginza. Listen to the Westminster chimes sounding from the clock tower of Ginza Wako mall. Ginza’s Kabuki-za Theatre puts on year-round performances of classical kabuki dramas.

In Nihonbashi, ultra-modern towers rise above traditional Shinto shrines such as the Suitengo Shrine. Find traditional crafts at Coredo Muromachi, luxury fashion at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi and an old-world charm on Amazakeyokocho Street. Watch traders in action at the Tokyo Stock Exchange and then mingle with them at boisterous izakaya pubs. Trace monetary history at the Bank of Japan Currency Museum and browse some of the more than 3,000 kites of the Kite Museum collection.

See a slice of Tokyo’s fishing heritage at Tsukiji Outer Market in the Tsukiji district. Sample fresh sushi at bars lining the alleys. A sense of tranquility fills Hamarikyu Gardens, notable for springtime cherry blossom bloom and fall foliage. Don’t miss the Buddhist Tsukiji Honganji Temple with a style influenced by Indian temples.

Cross the Kachidoki Bridge to the man-made island of Tsukishima and admire views of the city skyline from riverfront pathways and Ishikawajima Park. Feast on pan-fried monjayaki pancakes at over 75 restaurants on Tsukishima Monja Street. The view from Harumi Wharf includes the emblematic Rainbow Bridge.

Chuo is easy to reach via train or metro travel. Experience alternative views of the area on a boat cruise along the canal or river. Chiyoda, Koto and Minato are other popular Tokyo wards located nearby.


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Our pick of the best Chuo Hotel Deals

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier

4.5 out of 5
8-13-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$386 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$386
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The room was not 100% clean. When we first entered the room, we found chips on the floor underneath the sofa area. Informed the reception in the next morning and it was dealt with after room make-up. We reserved a taxi at 0700 on the day we checked out and required assistance at the reception to ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza Premier
Hotel Gracery Ginza

Hotel Gracery Ginza

4 out of 5
7-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is AU$184 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$184
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"We enjoyed everything about our stay!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Hotel Gracery Ginza
remm Tokyo Kyobashi

remm Tokyo Kyobashi

3.5 out of 5
2-6-21 Kyobashi, Chuo Ward, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is AU$196 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$196
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,998 reviews)
"I like the massage sofa in the room but there is no space for make up which is quite inconvinent."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

remm Tokyo Kyobashi
Tokyu Stay Ginza

Tokyu Stay Ginza

3 out of 5
4-10-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is AU$218 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$218
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Tokyu Stay Ginza
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi Tokyo Station

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi Tokyo Station

4 out of 5
1-3-6 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$245 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$245
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful and extremely helpful staffing. Exceptional clean. The location is so convenient to all the stations and attractions."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyobashi Tokyo Station
KOKO HOTEL Ginza 1chome

KOKO HOTEL Ginza 1chome

3.5 out of 5
1-9-5, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$110 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$110
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms are Japanese efficient. In other words they are small. That aside, it’s a great place in a wonderful neighborhood"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

KOKO HOTEL Ginza 1chome
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Chuo

Ginza showing a city, modern architecture and signage

Ginza

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.

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Shinbashi

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Shinbashi. Make a stop by SL Square or Karasumori Shrine while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uchisaiwaicho Station to get around town.

Shinbashi
Marunouchi showing a high-rise building, a fountain and a city

Marunouchi

5/5(13 area reviews)

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 Imperial Garden Theatre.

Marunouchi
Akihabara Electric Town showing street scenes, shopping and a city

Chiyoda

4.5/5(206 area reviews)

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.

Chiyoda
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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.

Akihabara
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Minato

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Bay are top sights in Minato, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sengakuji Station or Shirokane-takanawa Station to see more sights in the area.

Minato

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