Chiyoda

Tokyo

Akihabara Electric Town which includes shopping, a city and street scenes
Chiyoda
Chiyoda
Chiyoda
Chiyoda

Imperial, political and religious landmarks, peaceful gardens, superb art exhibitions, live music venues and theatres beckon visitors to Tokyo’s central district. 

Chiyoda (also called Chiyoda City) is one of the 23 special wards functioning as individual cities in the Tokyo Metropolis. It’s the home of the Japanese monarchy and the headquarters of the nation’s political activity. Chiyoda’s varied attractions range from art galleries and concert halls to ancient shrines, stunning gardens and shopping districts.

Surrounded by a moat and gardens, the Imperial Palace dominates the center of the ward. Join a guided tour to glimpse the life of the imperial family. Stroll around landscaped gardens, ponds and Edo-era castle ruins in the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace and browse a royal art collection at Sannomaru Shozokan. Appreciate great views of the palace at Kokyogaien National Garden.

Travel to the National Diet Building for a guided tour of legislative rooms and observation of a plenary session. Admire the vermilion and gold appearance of the 1,300-year-old Kanda Shrine. This is the venue for the biennial Kanda Matsuri, one of Tokyo’s most important festivals. The Yasukuni Shrine honors fallen Japanese soldiers.

Art lovers rejoice in exhibitions of Japanese works from the late 19th-century Meiji period onward at the National Museum of Modern Art. Have fun with hands-on exhibits at the Science Museum. See Asian, contemporary and European art at Idemitsu Museum of Arts, Tokyo Station Gallery and Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum.

For live entertainment, go to Nippon Budokan for martial arts events and big-name concerts. Watch bunraku puppetry, kabuki dance and other traditional Japanese performing arts at the National Theatre.

Shop for electronics, anime, manga and video game goods in lively Akihabara Electric Town. The Marunouchi Building combines dining and shopping inside a 37-story skyscraper. Browse high-end fashion outlets, dine at streetside stalls and mingle with locals at lively izakaya pubs in the Yurakucho district.

Chiyoda is bordered by the Bunkyo, Chuo, Minato, Shinjuku and Taito wards. The JR Yamanote train line completes almost a full circle around the neighborhood. Travel around easily by using the trains and subway.


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Top hotels in Chiyoda

Hotel Niwa Tokyo

Hotel Niwa Tokyo

4 out of 5
1-1-16 Kandamisaki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is €137 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€137
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,076 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel with a serene Japanese atmosphere."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hotel Niwa Tokyo
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo

4 out of 5
3-10-8 Iidabashi, Chiyoda Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is €131 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€131
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,839 reviews)
"Excellent. Nice staff and convenient location. Also impressed that the rooms and facilities seemed recently refurbished and modern."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Hotel New Otani Tokyo Garden Tower

Hotel New Otani Tokyo Garden Tower

4.5 out of 5
4-1 Kioi-cho Chiyoda-ku, Hotel New Otani Tokyo Garden Tower, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 20 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"I love their spacious bathroom. The hotel staff were so nice and friendly. The location is good, too. It is closed to the Nakajimakoen park and Susukino."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel New Otani Tokyo Garden Tower
Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Marunouchi

Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Marunouchi

4 out of 5
1-7-12 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is €238 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€238
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,475 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and convenient location, close to pretty much rverything"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Marunouchi
Hotel Monterey Hanzomon

Hotel Monterey Hanzomon

3.5 out of 5
23-1 Ichiban-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is €93 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€93
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and great customer service"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Monterey Hanzomon
Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main

Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main

4.5 out of 5
4-1 Kioi-cho Chiyoda-ku, Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main, Tokyo
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 20 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,042 reviews)
"One of the best in Tokyo"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main
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Other neighbourhoods around Chiyoda

Marunouchi featuring a skyscraper, a garden and landscape views

Marunouchi

4/5(9 area reviews)

Travellers choose Marunouchi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station and check out top sights like Imperial Garden Theatre.

Marunouchi
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Akihabara

While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.

Akihabara
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Ueno

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

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.

Ueno
Ginza which includes a city, modern architecture and street scenes

Ginza

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

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.

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Shinbashi

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Shinbashi. Make a stop by SL Square or Karasumori Shrine while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uchisaiwaicho Station to get around town.

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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka

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