Historic Kamakura: Temples, Shrines and Street Food Private Walking Tour

5.0 (6 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Enjoy a fun and relaxing tour of historic Kamakura on this 6 hour tour with a knowledgeable guide.

Visit fascinating temples and shrines and learn about Kamakura's history.

Experience Japanese tea in a teahouse located in a peaceful bamboo grove.

Enjoy scenic views and historic architecture.

Take a stroll through Kamakura's Komachi dori and try an array of delicious local food and drink.

Food and drink is included on the tour.

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Guided tour
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation costs

What to expect

  1. 45m · Admission ticket included
    Explore Engakuji Temple complex including the Busudan hall which house a wooden statue of Buddha. Climb the slopes behind the temple for fantastic views and to see the many tengu statues.
  2. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Experience Kamakura's most important Shinto Shrine. See the main hall, tori gates and the small museum of treasures
  3. Kamakura Komachidori
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The famous Komachi dori is lined with delicious eateries and stalls selling a huge array of sweet and savoury delights. Enjoy a lunch of sampling a variety of delicious street food. Try local delicacies such as 'shirasu' (white bait) a long with dumplings, macha ice cream, chicken etc.
  4. Hokoku-ji Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Hokokuji, known as the bamboo temple, and relax in the cool bamboo grove. Enjoy a traditional cup of green tea at the tea house nestled among the bamboo.
  5. Daibutsukiritoshi
    30m · Admission ticket included
    See the Great Buddha of Kamakura, Japan's second largest bronze buddha.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting place is in front of the ticket gates at Kita Kamakura station.

End point

The drop off point is Kamakura station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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