More than 40 million people live in Tokyo. This incredible number has a direct effect on what you see and how you see it in this fantastic city. There are some things you must do in Tokyo: visit the Tsukiji Fish Market, walk around the streets in Shibuya, Shinjuku and Akihabara, eat sushi, sing in a Karaoke, etc. And one of the things you cannot miss is Tokyo from the heights. There are many buildings you can use as viewpoints. Some of them are free, others not. However, choosing the best options is not easy.
Dentsu Building (Free)
From this building you will have the best views of the Tsukiji Market and the Odaiba Island for free. It is the eleventh tallest building in Tokyo with its 213.24 metres high. It was designed by the architect Jean Nouvel and was completed in 2002. It has a total of 48 floors and the observatories are on the 46th and 47th floors. Our recommendation is to go to this observatory with day light.
Roppongi Hills – Mori Tower (2,300 yen)
This is the best observatory to enjoy the views of the Tokyo Tower. It is one of the tallest buildings in the city (238 metres) and you can reach the top of it, with no roof. This means you can take some of the best photos of Tokyo without a window between you and the city.
We recommend this observatory at night or in the sunset. Watching the Tokyo Tower with its red lights and all the skyscrapers from Ginza is a unique experience in a lifetime.
Tokyo Skytree (4,000 yen)
The tallest tower in the world with its 634 metres is impossible to miss in your visit to Tokyo. It is the second tallest artificial structure in the world after Burj Khalifa in Dubai. If the day is sunny we recommend to climb it during the day.
There are two decks and it is worth it to go to the highest one, which has a spiral structure that allows you to walk around the tower while reaching the top. The views are just amazing, buildings everywhere until the horizon. Without any doubt this is the best place to make you realize about the size of Tokyo.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government building (Free)
In Shinjuku quarter you can visit this free viewpoint. It is not the most spectacular but it is free and it has one of the best views of Mount Fuji. Unfortunately it was raining when we were there. It is the second tallest building in Tokyo (243 metres) but its observatory is at 202 metres.
I agree, so many great views of Tokyo! I have been to Tokyo Tower and the Municipal Government building but I didn’t know about the others. Will add them to the list for my next trip. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard.
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We could only go to these observatory decks, but we know there are many others. We also want to go again to Tokyo! It is a fantastic city. Thanks for your comment!
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Ooh a whole post dedicated to look out points! I love it!! So many great options! Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard!
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Thanks for your comment! There are dozens of viewpoints in Tokyo and wanted to give our opinion of these 4 which gives you views from different quarters of the city at different moments.
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geniaaal!
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Gracias! 🙂
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The highest I’ve been is the Tokyo Tower. I would have loved to go up the Skytree, but it wouldn’t open until a few weeks after we left. I really like the view you show form Roppongi Hills Mori Tower. I can’t wait to return to Tokyo someday and try out your suggestions.
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Hi! Thanks for your comment 🙂 We also need to come back and try other buildings and experiences.
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Wonderful post! We loved Tokyo and visited the Sky Tree and the Tokyo Tower, but both from the ground… Next time I’m definitely going up! #theweeklypostcard
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Thanks for your comment! We are glad you liked it so it can help you decide where to climb in your next time in Tokyo 🙂 I hope we can come back there soon too!
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I always look for a place to see from above a city I’m visiting for the first time. Should I visit Tokyo, I’ll probably head to Roppongi Observatory Deck on the first night 😀 #TheWeeklyPostcard
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That is an intelligent decision! 🙂 But don’t forget the weather. Postpone it if it is raining! Thanks for your comment 🙂
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Wow! Absolutely gorgeous nighttime views!
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Thank you Sarah!
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Ah I love Tokyo! When I visited the Mori tower they had a cool videogame exhibition on, so I had a whale of a time. Thinking about it I want to go back! #wanderfulwednesday
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When we visited there was an exhibition of Doraemon! There were dozens of Doraemons at the gate, under the spider statue! It is really a nice place. Thanks for your comment!
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40 million?! That´s insane!!
And what a great way to see such a big city, these views are incredible. There is definitely something very special about seeing cities from above.
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Completely agree. We always look for obervatory decks when we visit a city. It is a fantastic way to discover a city. Thanks for your comment!
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Even though I don’t like heights, going to observatory decks is one of my favourite things to do in a new city – it’s such an awesome way to literally, see it all! I have always wanted to go to Tokyo and when I get there, I have the Skytree in my sights!
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It is worth it to go there. You feel safe and no worries, you will enjoy the views for sure! Thanks for your comment 🙂
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Handy tips. sending to a friend.
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Glad you liked it 🙂 Thanks!
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I love a great spot to get a bird’s eye view of wherever I am. I tried to visit the Skytree when I stopped by Tokyo a few years ago, but it was too windy and they closed the observation deck. I’ll have to make my way back again one day.
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Ups. I hope you can travel back to Tokyo en enjoy the views from the Skytree 🙂
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Gorgeous views! We are in the planning stages for our first trip to Tokyo, so you can bet we’re hanging on to this one for later. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard!
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There’s a lot to see and do in Tokyo but of course climbing at least one of those buildings is a must. Thanks for reading! We wish you a great stay in Tokyo 🙂
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Tokyo is the number 1 place on my boyfriend’s and my Asia bucket list and these observation decks all look amazing! Definitely bookmarked for future reference 🙂
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Hi Vanessa! Glad it can be useful for you and your boyfriend 🙂 Thanks for your comment 🙂
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