Mount Hiei Tours

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Whether it's glorious paintings, sensual sculptures or something completely different, you'll soon find something you love at Mount Hiei.

You'll soon learn why this Otsu collection of precious artworks is popular with travelers. If you're searching for more to explore, Kiyomizu Temple, Nijō Castle, and Kyoto Imperial Palace are in the area as well. They won't take long to reach from Mount Hiei.

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Namba Oriental Hotel

Namba Oriental Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Namba
per person
Jul 11 - Jul 15
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Rooms need to be updated. Carpet many stains…

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2024

Kyoto Century Hotel

Kyoto Century Hotel

4 out of 5
Shimogyo Ward
per person
Jul 11 - Jul 15
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Close to train station, clean, great staff, nice room. Great value!

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

GATE STAY hotel Osaka Namba

GATE STAY hotel Osaka Namba

2 out of 5
Minami
per person
Jul 11 - Jul 15
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)
8.2/10 Very Good! (66 reviews)
Pretty good hotel, only thing was the bathroom was super small for 2 people.

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

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Tours & day trips

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Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
4.2 out of 5 with 57 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $84 per adult
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

Private & custom tours

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Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide

Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide

Activity duration is 6 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $361 per traveler*
Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide

Classes & workshops

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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
4.9 out of 5 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $22 per adult
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Adventure & outdoor

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City cycle (no gear change)

City cycle (no gear change)

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $7 per adult
City cycle (no gear change)

Spa & wellness

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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
4.9 out of 5 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $22 per adult
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Popular places to visit

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Enryakuji Temple

Experience the peacefulness and architectural beauty of this 8th-century monastic complex, which spreads across the forested summit of Mount Hiei.

Enryakuji Temple
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Enryaku-ji East Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu with a stop at Enryaku-ji East Temple. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Enryaku-ji East Temple
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Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Learn about the local history of Otsu when you spend time at Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine
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Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Relax amid the serenity of the garden of a one-time monks’ residence. Sip cups of matcha tea while gazing through the windows of a serene tearoom.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden
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Remains of Shigain-mon

Enjoy an outing to Remains of Shigain-mon during your stay in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Remains of Shigain-mon
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Mii-dera Temple

This 1,300-year-old temple has Buddha statues, a legendary bell, mausoleums and a miraculous spring. The famous Lake Biwa Canal runs beneath it.

Mii-dera Temple

Best Lodging Options Near Mount Hiei

moksa Rebirth Hotel
moksa Rebirth Hotel
4.5 out of 5
65 Kamitakano Higashiyama Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
moksa Rebirth Hotel
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
3.5 out of 5
Takaraga Ike, Sakyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
Biwako Ryokusuitei
Biwako Ryokusuitei
3.5 out of 5
6-1-6 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken
Biwako Ryokusuitei
Yumotokan
Yumotokan
3.5 out of 5
2-30-7 Noka, Otsu, Shiga-ken
Yumotokan
Biwako Hanakaido
Biwako Hanakaido
3.5 out of 5
1-3 1-Chome, Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken
Biwako Hanakaido
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
4 out of 5
22 Ohara Shorincho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
3.5 out of 5
1-9-28 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
Ohara no Sato
Ohara no Sato
3 out of 5
31 Kusao-cyo Oohara, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Ohara no Sato
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
4.5 out of 5
59-1 Yoshida Shimo-ooji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
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