Taito Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sensoji Temple
The city's most colourful and popular temple has been a Buddhist shrine for centuries.
Ueno Park
Home to important museums, shrines and one of the city’s most photographed ponds, this public park is a perfect one-stop destination for culture and tranquility.
Ameyoko Shopping District
You can do some window-shopping at Ameyoko Shopping District during your trip to Tokyo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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 vibrant area.
Ueno Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Ueno Zoo during your trip to Tokyo. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this vibrant area.
Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
During your visit to Tokyo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Activities
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour in Tokyo with Cruise
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
Asakusa Senso-ji Temple and Old Tokyo Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Taito Hotel Deals
APA Hotel Asakusa Tawaramachi Ekimae
"Conveniently steps away from train station"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International
"Convenient location next to Asakusa shrine and many restaurants"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Asakusa Tobu Hotel
"I was traveling with my son and we absolutely loved this place! Very clean, helpful staff, nice location, comfortable bed for great sleep. Sensoji temple is within 5min ish walking, and shops and restaurants are within 1-2 minutes walking. I took a stroll around sensoji 9-11 pm and the view was beautiful ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
APA Hotel Ueno Ekimae
"Nice and beautiful clean tidy up. Nice view as well. Very good."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Mikami Asakusabashi Hotel
"Each capsule was clean and common areas are maintained in a daily basis like clockwork. The staff I spoke to were very friendly and the check-in / check out process was very easy to do solo. The common area in 6F was a great way to meet new people as well if they're willing to talk, otherwise most ..."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Centurion Hotel & Spa Ueno Station
"Great staff and location. Room was a little cramped. The staff was friendly and helpful. Location is excellent."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Taito
Shinjuku
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.
Shibuya
Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.
Ginza
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.
Asakusa
Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.
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.
