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Tokyo Imperial Palace & Gardens Small Group Historical Experience

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
Depart from Tokyo
Duration: 2 hour(s)
Multiple departure times
Guide language
English
Meet-up
Small group (1-10)

Itinerary

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Day 1

Meet-up6 sessions

1

Wadakura Moat

10 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

Where the outer defenses of Edo Castle began, with stone walls rising from the water.

2

Otemon Gate

10 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

The main gate every lord passed through on the way to meet the shogun.

3

Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse

10 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

The guardhouse where 100 samurai once checked every visitor to Edo Castle.

4

Ninomaru Garden

20 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

A peaceful pond garden with seasonal flowers and colorful imperial koi.

5

Bairinzaka (Plum Tree Hill)

10 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

A quiet slope lined with plum trees, leading up to the castle's inner core.

6

Fujimi Yagura

10 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

One of the few original castle towers still standing, built to view Mount Fuji.

7

Edo Castle Keep Base and Honmaru

25 min(s) • Guided • Free entry

Stand where Japan's tallest castle keep once rose, and see why it was never rebuilt.

Self-arranged return6 sessions

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Know before you go

What's included

  • Live tour guide: English
  • Admission: Wadakura Moat, Otemon Gate, Hyakunin Bansho Guardhouse, Ninomaru Garden, Bairinzaka (Plum Tree Hill), Fujimi Yagura, Edo Castle Keep Base and Honmaru
  • Transport
  • Meals
  • Accommodation
  • Extra fees
  • Gears & Equipment
  • Tax & discounts
  • Insurance
  • Tips
  • Special arrangement
  • Services vary based on customer selection

Before you book

Additional information

Prohibitions & Limitations

  • Outside food and drinks are not allowed
  • Smoking and drinking is not allowed. You will immediately be asked to leave if caught by a staff member
  • The following items are prohibited: cigarettes

Accessibility

  • This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
  • This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)

How to use

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Redemption information

  • Bags may be checked at the East Gardens entrance, so please leave knives and alcohol at your hotel.
  • The Emperor's residence is not open to the public; this tour visits the Imperial Palace East Gardens.
  • About 2 hours on foot on gravel paths with one gentle slope; please wear comfortable shoes.
  • In summer, bring water and a hat; morning tours are cooler.

Meet-up information

  • Arrive at the meet-up location 5 minutes before the scheduled activity time
  • Look for the guide holding/wearing a company logo sign
  • Starbucks
  • How to get there: Take the train to Tokyo station or the Otemachi Station, from there it is only a 5-10 minute walk to the Wadakuramon fountain park. In the park, head to the Starbucks where your guide will be waiting for you near the fountain. Your guide will be holding a sign with our logo: "SUNRISE ADVENTURE".

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • Participants must be aged 3+ to participate in this activity
  • Free for children aged 0-3 as long as they will not occupy separate seats

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