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Discover the capital of Japan for over 1000 years with this Kyoto private walking tour. Visit the city's most iconic landmarks.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.
If you have other questions, contact us
Margarita
FranceExcellent tour, our guide Mickael was very friendly and very knowledgeable, passionate about Japan and therefore fascinating. However, the logistics s...
Joelle Piereschi Da Fonte
Porto Vecchio Cedex, FranceCarla, a top French guide..!! She knew how to adapt to us. Taking us through beautiful alleys to always arrive at a spot more beautiful than the previ...
Anonyme
FrancePerfect
Frank Dieryckx
Warcoing, BelgiumThe best guide I've ever had in Japan. She taught me a ton about Japan, its people, its customs, and a host of details, both trivial and not. I had a ...
Nathalie
FranceJerome guided us through Kyoto and shared his experience of living in Japan. Very interesting.
Stephane
Trappes, FranceCarla introduced us not only to the beauty of Kyoto but also to the culture and history of Japan. I highly recommend Carla if you are planning to visi...
Discover the capital of Japan for over 1000 years with this Kyoto private walking tour. Visit the city's most iconic landmarks.
Welcome to Kyoto! After meeting up in central Kyoto at the indicated time, we'll start this private walking tour of Kyoto. Accompanied by our guide, we'll tour Kyoto like locals, walking from place to place, and maybe even hopping on public transport, allowing us to explore the city in an authentic way.
When booking, you'll be able to choose between 5 different durations ranging from 2 hours to 8 hours. Depending on which duration you choose, you'll get to visit up to 9 of the city's must-see spots.
It's completely up to you to decide which attractions to visit, if you're unsure, the guide will suggest a route to suit your interests. Below you can see the attractions you can choose from:
One of the options will be the Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks, renowned for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates and scenic hiking paths. Nearby, we'll find the Tofukuji Temple if you wish, a Zen temple noted for its grand wooden bridges and beautiful gardens. Top tip: this spot is especially stunning in autumn!
You can also choose to visit the Sanjusangendo Temple, famous for its awe-inspiring hall that houses 1,001 statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. We can also head to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering spectacular views of the city.
After that, you might feel like strolling through the charming Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka Streets, where we'll see traditional shops, tea houses, and cafes. These streets offer an authentic insight into old Kyoto.
A visit to the Yasaka Shrine is also a possibility, this is a Shinto shrine known for its lanterns and lively festivals. Then we can head to Maruyama Park, a peaceful retreat within the city, known for its cherry blossoms and ponds. Here, we'll take a short break to enjoy the beauty of the park before we continue our journey.
Another great attraction is the Chion-in Temple. Did you know that it's home to one of the largest temple bells in Japan? The temple’s impressive architecture will amaze you!
Finally, you have the option of visiting the Gion District, Kyoto’s renowned geisha quarter. Wandering through narrow streets lined with traditional teahouses, we may even catch a glimpse of a geisha or maiko (apprentice geisha) going about their day!
Please note that if you wish to use public transport during the tour, you will have to buy both your own and the guide's tickets. We'll start the tour from wherever you like, and you can design the tour as you wish. Please keep in mind that entrance fees for the museums and monuments you want to visit will be your responsibility.
By booking a private tour, a personal guide will accompany you, and you'll be able to customise your itinerary, travel at your own pace, and even save money if you're travelling in a larger group!
You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.
If you have other questions, contact us
Margarita
FranceExcellent tour, our guide Mickael was very friendly and very knowledgeable, passionate about Japan and therefore fascinating. However, the logistics s...
Joelle Piereschi Da Fonte
Porto Vecchio Cedex, FranceCarla, a top French guide..!! She knew how to adapt to us. Taking us through beautiful alleys to always arrive at a spot more beautiful than the previ...
Anonyme
FrancePerfect
Frank Dieryckx
Warcoing, BelgiumThe best guide I've ever had in Japan. She taught me a ton about Japan, its people, its customs, and a host of details, both trivial and not. I had a ...
Nathalie
FranceJerome guided us through Kyoto and shared his experience of living in Japan. Very interesting.
Stephane
Trappes, FranceCarla introduced us not only to the beauty of Kyoto but also to the culture and history of Japan. I highly recommend Carla if you are planning to visi...
Free cancellation
