Kyoto: Traditional Higashiyama and Gion Walking Tour

Kyoto, Japan
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Step into the timeless charm of Kyoto’s Higashiyama and Gion districts on this 6 hour walking tour. Perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, photographers, and food enthusiasts, the route blends sacred shrines, Zen temples, and atmospheric streets with stories from Kyoto’s imperial, religious, and merchant past. Great for both first-time visitors and repeat travelers, this experience captures the essence of old Kyoto while leaving space for discovery and reflection.

What's included

  • All admission fees
  • Tips (accepted & welcomed)
  • Lunch
  • Pickup/drop off service
  • All personal expenses (e.g. shopping)

What to expect

  1. Japan Kanji Museum & Library
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Begin near this modern cultural space, where the evolution of kanji sets the stage for understanding Japan’s traditions.
  2. Yasaka Shrine
    30m · Admission ticket included
    A 1,300 year old Shinto shrine at the gateway to Gion, central to Kyoto’s famous Gion Matsuri.
  3. Maruyama Park
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Kyoto’s oldest public park, home to the iconic weeping cherry tree and a seasonal gathering spot.
  4. Nene-no-Michi
    15m
    A quiet stone-paved path named after Nene, wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, connecting temples with elegance.
  5. Kodai-ji Temple
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Founded in 1606, known for its Zen gardens, tea houses, and seasonal illuminations.
  6. Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
    45m
    Historic sloping streets lined with wooden townhouses, sweets shops, and traditional crafts.
  7. Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    30m · Admission ticket included
    UNESCO World Heritage Site with its iconic wooden hall and panoramic city views.
  8. To-ji Temple Five-Story Pagoda
    30m · Admission ticket included
    A striking symbol of Kyoto’s skyline and a favorite photo spot.
  9. Yasui-Konpiragu
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Conclude at this shrine of renewal, where visitors pass through a sacred stone to cut bad ties and form good ones.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Once your booking is confirmed, our staff will reconfirm the tour details and meeting point with you one day before departure. On the tour day, our guide will carry a company logo flag for easy recognition.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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