Tokyo Castle & Imperial Palace , Historical Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Edo Castle was the largest castle in Japan. Explore the Ruins of Tokyo Castle with a Local Guide. Learn About Samurai History and Japan’s 2,600-Year-Old Imperial System.
[Highlights]
・The Secret Behind Edo Castle's Impenetrable Defense
・Japan's 2,600-Year-Old Imperial System
・Visiting Yasukuni Shrine and Its Political Significance
・Visiting the Japanese Garden Admired by the Emperor
・Seasonal Beauty: Cherry Blossoms in Spring
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There is a security check to enter the Imperial Palace. Please do not bring knives or alcohol.
The main castle was destroyed by fire and no longer exists.
The Emperor's residence is not open to the public.
There are no health restrictions, but please note that you will need to walk up steep slopes and stairs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided walking tour
What To Expect
You can see a surviving turret from the Edo period and learn about the security systems that still protect the Imperial Palace today.
Kokyo Otemon Gate
You’ll see two massive gates and stone walls from the original castle. This is where we talk about how the design helped protect the shogun.
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Tokyo Castle & Imperial Palace , Historical Walking Tour
Reviews
174 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Visit to the imperial castle Tokyo
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Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was a lovely lady she was knowledgable and friendly. It was an extremely hot day and she kept on giving us sweets and menthol napkins to make us endure the two hour tour of the castle and garden and this worked.
Well worth a tour to...
Maryallys F,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Well worth a tour to understand the history of Tokyo! The park is beautiful, but without a formal tour you would not appreciate the grounds.
Great history on this impressive park in the heart of Tokyo
ben n,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00K did a great job explaining how the castle was built and all of its features. I would definitely recommend visitors to Tokyo check out this beautiful park in the heart of Tokyo.
Really good information...
Catherine F,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Really good information about Tokyo and the Edo period. Our guide was very knowledgeable. We learned so much!
Very nice manager, has...
Sascha B,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very nice manager, even helped and waited on the way to the meeting point. Small questions were welcome and overall an adapted event, according to the interests of the participants. Can only recommend if you want more than just walking around the castle.
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