Asakusa & Sensō-ji Temple walking tour
Tokyo
Duration
2.5 hours
Location
Tokyo
From
$65
Rating
4.9 / 5
Reviews
1030 reviews
What to expect
Explore Tokyo's oldest temple district with a local guide — the thunder-gate, Nakamise shopping street and the five-storey pagoda. You'll learn the proper etiquette for prayers and discover little-known corners around Sensō-ji.
As an affiliate partner we may earn a commission if you book through links on this page — at no extra cost to you.
Good to know
Duration
2.5 hours
Location
Tokyo
From
$65
Rating
4.9 / 5
Reviews
1030 reviews
Best for
First-timers and culture buffs
Traveller feedback
What travellers say
1 reviews
Priya K.
Perfect introduction to Tokyo
Asakusa is a must, and doing it with a local made all the difference. We learned the proper way to pray and found a quiet temple just around the corner the crowds miss. Highly recommend for a first trip.
More to do
Alternative experiences in Tokyo
Compare similar tours and choose the one that best fits your style, budget and schedule.
Mount Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo
Tsukiji Outer Market food tour
Weave through the bustling stalls of Tokyo's Tsukiji Outer Market on a small-group tour, tasting fresh sushi, tamagoyaki and street snacks while learning how to navigate the maze of vendors. The perfect fuel-up before tackling the rest of the city.
Shibuya Sky & Shinjuku nightlife tour
Watch Tokyo's neon skyline ignite from the open-air Shibuya Sky deck, then follow a local guide into hidden izakayas and the labyrinthine alleys of Shinjuku's Golden Gai. A fantastic intro to the city's electric nightlife.
Where to stay
Hotels near this temples
Recommended stays in Tokyo for planning your trip around this tour.
SHIBUYA HOTEL EN
Tokyo, Japan
Mid-century design near Shibuya Station
Ryokan Tsubaki
Tokyo, Japan
A classic ryokan stay in the city
Day by day
Suggested itineraries
Keep exploring
Guides for Tokyo
Plan the rest of your trip with our destination guides, hotels and practical tips.
Destination GuideeSIM in Tokyo: Stay Connected Without Roaming
What a Tokyo trip costs in data, how well the subway actually covers, when to install an eSIM, and the fixes for common connection failures.
Destination GuideTokyo Travel Guide: First-Timer's Planning Guide
How to plan a first trip to Tokyo: transport, neighbourhoods, cash and the details that trip people up.
Destination GuideMt Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo: Kawaguchiko & Hakone
The lake-and-peak line, the Hakone loop and the forecast-first planning that turns a Fuji gamble into a guaranteed day.
Destination GuideBest Things to Do in Tokyo: Views, Food & Oddness
Skytree heights, shrine forests, standing-counter ramen and the midnight retail - the Tokyo experiences that make the trip.
Destination GuideBest Time to Visit Japan: Season by Season
Sakura versus autumn colour, the price-friendly shoulders and the holidays to dodge - Japan's calendar, decoded.
ItineraryTokyo in 4 Days: A First-Timer Itinerary
Asakusa temples, the scramble crossing, Shinjuku heights and a bold finale - four days of Tokyo, grouped so you never cross the city twice.
Travelling to Tokyo?
Get the best experiences, money-saving tips and fresh destination guides in your inbox.
- Practical travel tips & packing hacks
- Refreshed destination guides & itineraries
- Editor-picked travel deals, no junk
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.