Kyoto Half Day Highlights Tour

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Kyoto Half Day Highlights Tour

By ME Kyoto Walking Tours

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3h 30m
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Overview

Join ME Kyoto Walking Tours for an unforgettable journey through Kyoto’s most iconic and historic sites. Begin with a stroll through the atmospheric Gion district, where traditional teahouses and geisha culture come alive. Visit the serene Yasui Konpiragu Shrine, famous for its unique “power stone” and meaningful rituals. Admire the striking five-story pagoda of Hokanji Temple before wandering the charming stone-paved streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka. Explore the breathtaking Kiyomizudera Temple with its famous wooden terrace overlooking the city, then finish your tour walking through the vibrant tunnels of thousands of red torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. With small groups and expert guides, you’ll uncover the rich stories and hidden gems that make Kyoto truly magical.

Activity location

Gion
- 605-0074, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Gion-Shijo Station
- 1 Chome
- 605-0801, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto Half-Day Highlights Tour

3h 30m
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 3:00pm

Price details

$50.00 x 1 Adult$50.00

Paid at activity$1.41

Total

Until Thu, Nov 27

What's included, what's not

Guide Service
Admission fee
Each guest should bring their own train tickets, train pass such as icoca, suica or pasmo.
Snacks

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Gion

Your guide will meet you at the designated spot and warmly welcome you to the tour. From there, you'll begin a leisurely walk through Gion, Kyoto’s famous geisha district. As you explore its historic streets, your guide will share stories and insights about geisha culture, hidden alleys, and traditional wooden teahouses.

Yasui-Konpiragu

Stroll through the peaceful grounds of Yasui Konpiragu Shrine, a hidden gem nestled in Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district. Known for its unique "power stone" with a symbolic passageway, the shrine is a place where visitors pray to cut ties with bad luck and form new, positive connections. Your guide will explain the fascinating rituals and legends that make this spot both mysterious and meaningful.

Hokan-ji Temple

A walk through Hokanji Temple, also known as Yasaka Pagoda, offers a glimpse into Kyoto's rich history. Standing at 46 meters tall, this five-story pagoda is the last remaining structure of a 6th-century temple complex.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

Embark on a scenic walk through Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, two historic stone-paved slopes leading to Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto's Higashiyama district. These charming lanes are lined with traditional wooden buildings, quaint teahouses, and artisanal shops offering Kyoto crafts and sweets. As you stroll, your guide will share insights into the area's rich history, including its significance in Kyoto's cultural heritage.

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

45m
Admission ticket included

Explore the stunning Kiyomizudera Temple, famous for its wooden terrace that offers breathtaking views of Kyoto. Wander through its serene grounds, past beautiful pagodas and sacred waterfalls believed to bring good fortune. Your guide will share the temple’s rich history and the spiritual significance behind its iconic architecture.

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

Walk through the iconic torii gate tunnels of Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto’s famous shrine dedicated to the god of rice and prosperity. As you follow the winding paths up the mountain, you'll pass thousands of vibrant red gates and discover smaller shrines nestled among the forest. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the shrine’s history and its significance in Japanese culture.

Location

Activity location

Gion
- 605-0074, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Gion-Shijo Station
- 1 Chome
- 605-0801, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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