Tokyo: Private Imperial Palace Historic Walking Tour

Tokyo, Japan

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5+ bookings last month.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Expert guidance from a friendly local guide
1.5-hour walking tour
Photos during the tour (We will send you at the end)

Foods & Drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Starbucks Coffee - Kokyo Gaien Wadakura Fountain Park
3-1 Kōkyogaien, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0002, Japan
The guide is standing in front of the store's entrance

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Imperial Palace

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty walking for a long distance
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.3

based on 12 reviews

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Our local guide Nozomi...

Penny_S, May 2026

Our local guide Nozomi was very knowledgeable and was able to adapt the tour due to my husband feeling tired especially as it was a very hot day. It was lovely talking to a Tokyo local about not only the history of the palace but also the role of the current emperor. A great tour

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the tour with Nozomi and appreciated her knowledge and flexibility, especially during the hot weather. It’s great to know you enjoyed learning not only about the history of the Imperial Palace, but also about modern Japanese culture and the current emperor from a local perspective. Thank you again for joining us!

Kana was a great guide. ...

malhotramunish, Apr 2026

Kana was a great guide. Was our first intro to the imperial palace. She was very patient with us. Kids did very well also

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your first visit to the Imperial Palace with Kana. She will be happy to know her patience made the experience comfortable for you and your family. We’re also delighted that your kids enjoyed the tour as well! We hope to welcome you again in the future 😊