Taito Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
Sensoji Temple
Tokyo’s oldest temple was built centuries ago to honor the goddess of mercy. It now draws thousands daily for Buddhist prayer or cultural observation.
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.
Ueno Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Ueno Zoo during your trip to Tokyo. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
Tokyo National Museum
The largest museum in Japan preserves artworks and antiquities revealing Japan’s unique culture and way of life.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour in Tokyo with Cruise
Japan: One-Day Izu Tour: Atami, Jogasaki Coast & Mt. Omuro from Tokyo
Izu Coast, Mt. Omuro & Sea View Train Small Group Tour from Tokyo
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Japan: Ibaraki Flower Sea Food One-day Tour
Tokyo Wagyu & Sake Pairing Tasting Experience with Local Flavors
Top hotels in Taito
Richmond Hotel Asakusa
Excellent location close to Temple and shopping plus eateries. Staff were helpful. Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Richmond Hotel Premier Asakusa International
No dramas - room was small with luggage
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Tosei Hotel Cocone Ueno Okachimachi
Another washing machine would have been good. Two washing machines not enough.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Asakusa View Hotel
Location is good, have airport bus stop at front entrance, close to subway. Have supermarket and convenience stores nearby. Excellent view.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Centurion Hotel & Spa Ueno Station
this hotel is very close to the train station that has an express route to NRT airport. It's also close to many restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
KOKO HOTEL Ueno Station
Room was nice, elevator was fast. Good sound proofing from outside. Convenient to two stations ueno and okachimatchi. If you enjoy being near the nightlife spots its a great place to stay.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taito
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.
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 Imperial Garden Theatre.
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.
