Shorin-in Temple Tours

Whether it's because of their spiritual significance, beautiful architecture or fascinating history, temples often feature on the to-do lists of many travelers. Shorin-in Temple is a popular religious attraction you shouldn't miss.

This place of worship is in Sakyo Ward, a destination that has loads going for it! Mount Hiei, Kifune Shrine, and Enryakuji Temple are other worthwhile sightseeing options not far away when you're done at Shorin-in Temple.

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THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

4 out of 5
Downtown Kyoto
Price was $3,070, price is now $1,854 per person
$1,854
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Apr 14 - Apr 18
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (689 reviews)
Awesome room for the price. So good compared to similar price hotels in Tokyo. Was very nice highly recommend!

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

ONE WORLD Sakaisuji Hommachi

ONE WORLD Sakaisuji Hommachi

4 out of 5
Minami
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Price was $3,654, price is now $2,116 per person
$2,116
per person
May 21 - May 25
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
Great pretty for a family to stay in. The lift taking you to each level of the house was excellent! Loved staying here!

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024

MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST

MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST

4 out of 5
Naniwa
Price was $3,038, price is now $1,864 per person
$1,864
per person
May 2 - May 8
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Osaka (KIX)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
Great location and super helpful staff! Close to the train station

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 157 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $132 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 89 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $69 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 201 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $94 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Meditation - Make Matcha with Tea Master

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Meditation - Make Matcha with Tea Master

Activity duration is 45 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $44 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Kyoto's Coast: Amanohashidate & Ine Boat Houses 1-Day Tour

Kyoto's Coast: Amanohashidate & Ine Boat Houses 1-Day Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $41 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Sanzenin is a temple located in Ohara village, one hour drive from Kyoto. The main attraction of this temple is the moss garden with its numerous stone statues peeking out from the ground. If you are looking for a serene atmosphere, this is the place to be 🌸

Sanzen-in Temple

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Sanzen-in Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Sanzen-in Temple
Enryakuji Temple showing heritage elements

Enryaku-ji East Temple

After visiting Enryaku-ji East Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Enryaku-ji East Temple
Enryakuji Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

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
Stumbled upon annual Sanna Festival

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine
Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

Mount Hiei

5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Mount Hiei
Kyu Chikurinin Garden showing a park

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

Best Lodging Options Near Shorin-in Temple

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

4 out of 5
22 Ohara Shorincho, Sakyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo
Ohara no Sato

Ohara no Sato

3 out of 5
31 Kusao-cyo Oohara Kyoto Kyoto
Ohara no Sato
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

3.5 out of 5
1-9-28 Ogoto Otsu Shiga-ken
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan
Biwako Grand Hotel

Biwako Grand Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6-5-1 Ogoto Otsu Shiga-ken
Biwako Grand Hotel
Yumotokan

Yumotokan

4 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
Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Ryokusuitei

3.5 out of 5
6-1-6 Ogoto Otsu Shiga-ken
Biwako Ryokusuitei
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
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