Akihabara Travel Guide

Tokyo

A busy urban street with illuminated billboards and a crowd of people.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated billboards and pedestrians crossing the street.
A busy urban street with tall buildings, bright neon signs, and a crowd of people.
A busy urban street with tall buildings, bright billboards, and a mix of vehicles and pedestrians.
A busy urban street with brightly lit storefronts and signs, including a prominent 'AKIBA' sign.

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A busy urban street with brightly lit billboards and advertisements.
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Akihabara Electric Town

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Akihabara Electric Town during your visit to Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

£17
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo: Chopstick-Making Workshop

Tokyo: Chopstick Making Workshop

£5
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Chopstick Making Workshop
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Lake Ashi & Oshino Hakkai

Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

£112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip
Picture 3 for Activity From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

£84
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo: 70 min. Open Top Sightseeing Bus Ride with Audio Guide

Tokyo: Open Top Sightseeing Bus with Audio Guide

£9
per adult
Tokyo: Open Top Sightseeing Bus with Audio Guide
Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

£56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo
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Top hotels in Akihabara

APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji

APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji

3 out of 5
5-3-3 Sotokanda Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £37 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£37
20 Jul - 21 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"We stayed at a few APA hotels during our time in Japan and this one was the least exciting and interesting but it was an ok place to stay. No complaints. The one in Shibuya is nicer and has more amenities."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji
THE TOURIST HOTEL & Cafe AKIHABARA

THE TOURIST HOTEL & Cafe AKIHABARA

3 out of 5
1-6-6 Taito, Taito Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £82 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£82
14 Jul - 15 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews)
"All good except beds were very hard."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

THE TOURIST HOTEL & Cafe AKIHABARA
remm Akihabara

remm Akihabara

3.5 out of 5
1-6-5 Kanda Sakumacho, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is £59 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£59
9 Aug - 10 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,474 reviews)
"We really like that there is a safe in the room to store our important stuff like computers. The room is small but really clean. Breakfast food needs improvement to appeal to non-Japanese guests. Location is good as near restaurants and train station. Staff are really trying their best to be of service ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

remm Akihabara
Nohga Hotel Akihabara Tokyo

Nohga Hotel Akihabara Tokyo

4 out of 5
3-10-11 Sotokanda Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £116 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£116
6 Aug - 7 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"Unfortunately my husband and I were placed in a smaller room than our 19 yo son received. I asked to change and they gave us better room after the first night. We had to check out and then re-check in 4 hours later, it was much better but an inconvenience."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Nohga Hotel Akihabara Tokyo
Akihabara Washington Hotel

Akihabara Washington Hotel

4 out of 5
1-8-3 Sakumacho, Kanda Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is £65 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£65
10 Aug - 11 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"clea room but super small! expected though, and great amenities."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Akihabara Washington Hotel
MONday Apart Premium Ueno Okachimachi

MONday Apart Premium Ueno Okachimachi

4 out of 5
3 Chome-8-8 Ueno, Taito Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £149 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£149
11 Aug - 12 Aug
additional charges may apply
Stay at this aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (647 reviews)
"I loved it!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

MONday Apart Premium Ueno Okachimachi
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Where to stay in Akihabara

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A modern skyscraper with a distinctive geometric facade, surrounded by other buildings and trees.

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.

A bustling urban street with a prominent glass building, various commercial signs, and a crowd of people.

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.

A modern building with a geometric facade and illuminated signage, including a prominent 'NISSAN CROSSING' sign.

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.

A traditional Japanese gate with red pillars and intricate carvings, surrounded by lush greenery and people.

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.

A traditional Japanese building with a red exterior and grey roof, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

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.

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