Top 200 Travel and Tourism Vocabulary Words and Expressions

This vocabulary bank teaches students how to act and communicate within a travel setting. It is different from the Tokyo description bank: that article helps students describe what they see; this one helps them plan, ask, interpret, choose and respond.

Use it with the Primary 5 Tokyo English package and the Grammar and Situational Writing article.

1–20: Planning a Journey

itinerary — a planned schedule for a trip.
destination — the place someone is travelling to.
departure — the act or time of leaving.
arrival — the act or time of reaching a place.
schedule — a plan showing times and activities.
reservation — an arrangement to keep a place or service.
booking — an arrangement made in advance.
confirmation — proof that an arrangement is accepted.
availability — whether something can be used or booked.
option — one possible choice.
alternative — another possible choice.
priority — something treated as more important.
budget — an amount planned for spending.
duration — how long something lasts.
timing — when something happens.
sequence — the order of events.
arrangement — an organised plan.
plan ahead — prepare before the event.
allow enough time — leave sufficient time for a task.
check the details — verify important information.

21–40: Tickets and Transport Information

ticket — proof that a person may travel or enter.
fare — money paid for transport.
pass — a ticket allowing repeated or special access.
platform — the place where passengers wait for a train.
line — a transport route or service.
route — the path followed between places.
service — a particular transport operation.
transfer — change from one service to another.
connection — a transport service that continues a journey.
terminal — a major end point or transport building.
gate — a controlled entrance point.
carriage — one section of a train.
seat — a place for a passenger to sit.
capacity — the maximum amount a place can hold.
delay — a later-than-planned start or arrival.
disruption — an interruption to normal service.
announcement — spoken or written public information.
departure board — display showing leaving times.
arrival board — display showing arriving times.
check the platform — verify where to wait.

41–60: Navigation and Directions

map — a visual representation of an area.
legend — explanation of map symbols.
symbol — a sign representing something.
direction — information about where to go.
landmark — a recognisable feature used for orientation.
intersection — place where roads meet.
junction — place where routes meet.
entrance — way into a place.
exit — way out of a place.
nearby — not far away.
opposite — directly across from.
adjacent — next to.
beyond — farther than a particular point.
towards — in the direction of.
via — by way of a place or route.
navigate — find a route through an area.
follow the signs — use signage to guide movement.
turn left/right — change direction.
continue straight — keep moving without turning.
ask for directions — request route guidance.

61–80: Accommodation and Staying Somewhere

accommodation — a place to stay.
hotel — a business providing rooms to travellers.
room — private space for a guest.
lobby — main entrance area of a hotel.
reception — place where guests are assisted.
guest — a person staying at a place.
check-in — process of registering on arrival.
check-out — process of leaving and completing arrangements.
key card — card used to unlock a room.
facility — a place or service provided for use.
amenity — a useful or pleasant feature.
accessible — designed to be easy to reach or use.
available — ready for use.
included — provided as part of the price or arrangement.
additional — extra.
request — a polite ask.
requirement — something needed or necessary.
housekeeping — service that cleans and maintains rooms.
front desk — place where hotel staff assist guests.
confirm the booking — verify the reservation.

81–100: Food and Eating

menu — list of food and drink offered.
dish — a prepared item of food.
meal — food eaten at one time.
ingredient — item used to make food.
portion — serving amount.
speciality — food for which a place is known.
recommendation — a suggested choice.
allergy — harmful body reaction to a substance.
dietary requirement — food-related need or restriction.
vegetarian — not containing meat or fish.
spicy — having a hot or strong flavour.
savoury — salty or spicy rather than sweet.
sweet — tasting of sugar.
fresh — recently prepared or not stale.
serve — provide food or drink.
order — ask for food or drink to be provided.
bill — statement of money owed.
receipt — record that payment was made.
takeaway — food prepared to be eaten elsewhere.
ask about ingredients — request information about what food contains.

101–120: Attractions and Visitor Places

attraction — a place or activity people visit for interest.
museum — a place preserving and interpreting objects.
gallery — a place displaying art or exhibits.
park — public outdoor area.
garden — designed area with plants.
observation deck — elevated place for viewing surroundings.
exhibit — object or display presented to visitors.
collection — group of related objects.
tour — organised visit around a place.
guide — person or resource that explains a place.
admission — permission or charge for entry.
entrance fee — money paid to enter.
opening hours — times when a place is open.
session — a scheduled period for an activity.
exhibition — organised public display.
interactive — allowing visitors to take part.
educational — intended to support learning.
cultural — connected with customs, arts or ways of life.
historic — important in history.
visitor information — guidance provided to guests.

121–140: Shopping and Souvenirs

shop — place where goods are sold.
store — business selling goods.
stall — small sales stand.
vendor — seller.
customer — buyer.
product — item made for sale.
souvenir — item kept as a reminder.
price — amount of money required.
cost — amount paid or required.
discount — reduction in price.
total — complete amount.
change — money returned after payment.
cash — coins and notes.
card payment — payment by bank or payment card.
receipt — proof of purchase.
refund — money returned after a purchase is reversed.
exchange — replace one purchased item with another.
packaging — material protecting or containing a product.
fragile — easily broken.
compare prices — examine costs before choosing.

141–160: Requests, Questions and Polite Communication

please — word used to make a request polite.
thank you — expression of gratitude.
excuse me — polite way to gain attention or apologise for interruption.
could you help me? — polite request for assistance.
could you clarify? — ask for clearer information.
may I ask…? — polite way to begin a question.
where can I find…? — request location information.
which route should we take? — request route advice.
what time does it begin? — ask for starting time.
is this available? — ask whether something can be used or bought.
is there an alternative? — ask for another option.
would you recommend…? — ask for a suggestion.
I would like to… — polite way to state a request or intention.
I am looking for… — explain what is needed.
I may have misplaced… — careful way to report a missing item.
could you repeat that? — ask to hear information again.
let me confirm — introduce a check of understanding.
if I understand correctly — check interpretation.
thank you for your assistance — formal expression of gratitude.
I appreciate your help — express thanks clearly.

161–180: Notices, Rules and Shared Spaces

notice — written public information.
instruction — direction telling someone what to do.
guideline — advice or rule for behaviour.
rule — required standard of behaviour.
restriction — limit on what is allowed.
prohibited — not allowed.
permitted — allowed.
designated — officially chosen for a purpose.
priority seat — seat intended for passengers with particular needs.
queue — line of people waiting.
keep clear — do not block an area.
stand behind — remain behind a stated line or boundary.
give way — allow others to move first.
lower your voice — speak more quietly.
dispose of rubbish properly — put waste in an appropriate place.
respect the space — behave considerately in a shared place.
follow instructions — act according to guidance.
wait your turn — allow people ahead to go first.
be considerate — think about other people’s needs.
ask before acting — seek permission when needed.

181–200: Choosing and Evaluating

suitable — right for a particular need.
convenient — easy and useful.
accessible — easy to reach or use.
efficient — working well without waste.
affordable — not too expensive for the budget.
worthwhile — valuable enough for the time or effort.
practical — useful and realistic.
interesting — holding attention.
educational — helping someone learn.
memorable — likely to be remembered.
compare — examine similarities and differences.
evaluate — judge using reasons and evidence.
recommend — suggest as a good choice.
prefer — like one option more.
justify — give reasons supporting a choice.
advantage — helpful feature.
disadvantage — unhelpful feature.
trade-off — giving up one advantage to gain another.
best fit — option that matches the need most closely.
make an informed choice — decide after checking relevant information.

Essential Distinctions

Destination is where you are going; route is how you get there. A ticket gives access or permission; a receipt records payment. An itinerary is a schedule for a journey; an attraction is one place or activity that might appear on it.

Practice Notice: Fictional Training Material

Riverside Discovery Centre — Student Practice Notice
Morning session: 10:00–11:30
Afternoon session: 14:00–15:30
Please arrive 15 minutes before your session. Large bags should be left with the accompanying adult. Photography is permitted in Gallery A but not in Gallery B. This notice is fictional and created only for English practice.

Questions

If your family can only arrive at 13:40, which session is suitable?
What does “permitted” mean in the notice?
Why would “I can take photographs everywhere” be an inaccurate conclusion?
Write one polite question asking where to leave a large bag.
Recommend a session to a family who has another appointment at noon and explain your reason.

Situational Writing Drill

Using the fictional notice, write an email to a family member explaining which session you recommend, when the family should arrive and one important rule. Your job is not to display every vocabulary word. Your job is to communicate the necessary information accurately.

Oral Drill

Compare two fictional attractions. Use this structure: choice → reason → evidence → possible disadvantage → final judgement. Example: “I would choose the museum because the indoor session suits the rainy afternoon. The programme also includes an interactive exhibit. However, it requires advance booking, so we would need to plan ahead.”

Continue with Tokyo, Japan for Primary 5 Students and then apply the vocabulary in Primary 5 Grammar and Situational Writing.

Top 200 Travel and Tourism Vocabulary Words and Expressions | Primary 5 Tokyo English