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    Tokyo: 1 Hour Imperial Palace Introduction from Tokyo Station

    4.9(74 reviews)
    By Japan Guide StarProduct code 5523026P51
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    Duration

    1 hour

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    4.9 rating from 74 reviews1 hourMobile tickets

    Overview

    See Tokyo Station’s famous red-brick building and the outer grounds of the Imperial Palace in just 1 hour. This easy guided tour covers must-see spots and includes a small booklet to help you explore more on your own. [Highlights] ・Learn the essentials in just one hour ・History of the Samurai and the Shogun ・Discover insights beyond a typical self-visit ・Runs even when the Imperial Palace is closed (Mon & Fri), with visiting tips ・Take home a handy self-guide booklet

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Imperial Palace Tips Booklet

    Other

    Guided Tour

    Not included

    No exclusions listed.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    The meeting point is Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit, next to the police box (Koban) outside of the Marunouchi South Dome.

    Itinerary

    Standard1 hour
    1

    Stop 1

    20 minutes

    Walk, Sightseeing, Shopping, Guided tour, Photo stop

    2

    Stop 2

    20 minutes

    Self-guided tour

    3

    Stop 3

    20 minutes

    Walk, Sightseeing, Guided tour, Visit, Photo stop

    Additional Info

    Wheelchair Accessible

    Wheelchair accessible

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Pets Welcome

    Service animals allowed

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Transportation Wheelchair Accessible

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible

    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Other

    There are no stairs or steep slopes on this 1-hour guided tour, so guests using wheelchairs or strollers can also join with peace of mind.

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

    Review Summary

    4.9

    74 reviews

    Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

    5 stars72
    4 stars0
    3 stars2
    2 stars0
    1 stars0

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