3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Tokyo

  1. Day 1: Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Shinjuku

    Experience the magic of Disney with a visit to both Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. Both parks offer unique attractions and entertainment including thrilling rides, parades, and shows. Meet some of your favorite Disney characters and enjoy delicious food options. Be sure to catch the nighttime spectacular, "Fantasmic!" which features pyrotechnics, fountains, and music.

  2. Day 2: Ueno Park and Zoo and National Museum of Nature and Science
    20 minutes (6 miles) from Shinjuku

    Spend a day in nature at Ueno Park, one of Tokyo's largest and oldest parks. Visit the Ueno Zoo to see a wide range of animals including giant pandas, elephants, and koalas. Afterward, head to the National Museum of Nature and Science, which has exhibits on dinosaurs, the history of life on Earth, and Japan's technological advancements.

  3. Day 3: Tokyo Skytree, Sumida Aquarium, and Sensoji Temple
    30 minutes (8 miles) from Shinjuku

    Get a bird's eye view of Tokyo from the top of Tokyo Skytree, the tallest tower in the world. Next, visit the Sumida Aquarium to see over 10,000 marine creatures including penguins, stingrays, and sea otters. Lastly, head to Sensoji Temple, Tokyo's oldest temple, to experience Japanese culture and tradition. Be sure to try some local street foods in the Nakamise shopping street.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea (1 day, ¥13,400 for adults, ¥9,700 for children)
  • Ueno Park and Zoo (1 day, ¥600 for adults, ¥200 for children), National Museum of Nature and Science (2-3 hours, ¥620 for adults, ¥210 for children)
  • Tokyo Skytree (1-2 hours, ¥3,000 for adults, ¥2,500 for children), Sumida Aquarium (1-2 hours, ¥2,100 for adults, ¥700 for children), Sensoji Temple (1-2 hours, free admission)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ¥22,320 for adults, ¥14,110 for children

Useful Tips

For families with more time, consider visiting Odaiba, an artificial island with attractions such as a Legoland Discovery Center, the Gundam Base Tokyo, and the Sony ExploraScience museum. Also, consider taking a day trip to the nearby town of Hakone to see Mount Fuji and explore hot springs. For families with less time, consider skipping either Ueno Park or Sumida Aquarium, depending on your interests.

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