Akihabara Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.

Stay near popular Akihabara attractions

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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Activities

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$39
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck

Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket

NZ$32
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket
Picture 15 for Activity Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour

TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower

NZ$68
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
The Dark Side of Tokyo - Night Walking Tour Shinjuku Kabukicho

The Dark Side of Tokyo - Night Walking Tour Shinjuku Kabukicho

NZ$44
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Dark Side of Tokyo - Night Walking Tour Shinjuku Kabukicho
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Evening Food Tasting Tour

Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours

NZ$121
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
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Our pick of the best Akihabara Hotel Deals

APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji

APA Hotel Ueno Hirokoji

3 out of 5
5-3-3 Sotokanda Tokyo Tokyo
The price is NZ$80 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$80
20 July - 21 July
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. ...
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 NZ$172 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$172
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here twice now in 2024 and 2026 as it’s in a good location and budget friendly while still having good enough comfort."

Reviewed on 15 July 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 NZ$135 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$135
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,473 reviews)
"Best location being at Akihabara train station. Love it and will be back for another stay"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

remm Akihabara
Nohga Hotel Akihabara Tokyo

Nohga Hotel Akihabara Tokyo

4 out of 5
3-10-11 Sotokanda Tokyo Tokyo
The price is NZ$297 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$297
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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. ...
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 NZ$148 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$148
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice little room right in the heart of akihabara, close to everything. Definitely a good value."

Reviewed on 15 July 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 NZ$346 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$346
20 July - 21 July
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 July 2026

MONday Apart Premium Ueno Okachimachi
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Our guide on 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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