Things to do in Kyoto
Kyoto is a city where history and nature meet in the most breathtaking ways. With old temples, traditional tea houses, and serene gardens, Kyoto offers a peaceful escape. Kyoto weather is mild, with beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves, so it's perfect for sightseeing throughout the year.
For top things to do in Kyoto—wander through the bamboo forest in Arashiyama, explore the golden beauty of Kinkaku-ji, and visit the countless shrines that dot the city. If you're a fan of gaming, don’t miss the Nintendo Museum Kyoto, where you can explore the fascinating history of Japan’s gaming giant. Kyoto attractions are definitely worth visiting with many surprises.
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Local food in Kyoto
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Reviews: Kyoto & Nara Classic Day Tour with Friendly Deer
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During my second trip to Osaka, I booked a Kyoto bus tour that I had really wanted to go on and went! As with most overseas trips, I thought I would have a hard time finding the bus, but Guide Chuhong personally responded to all my inquiries in Korean via KakaoTalk, including the time and location. Even when I got separated from the group during the tour due to independent travel, she sent me the meeting time and location, and even a link every time I moved. She was so kind. I could only upload 9 photos, but I couldn't upload them all... I really recommend Guide Chuhong!!!! This holiday trip was so much fun. Thank you.★
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Reviews: Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Yasaka Shrine + Nara Park + Fushimi Inari Shrine One-Day Tour
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A trip with my mother and sons! It was a wonderful trip. Guide Kim Nam-gil was so considerate of my mother by giving her the front seat, and we had a wonderful trip without any motion sickness. It was wonderful to see him take care of each and every traveler. I look forward to sharing his wonderful journey with many more people. ^^★
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Reviews: Kyoto and Nara Day Tour │ Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine + Nara Park
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Kyoto and Nara are must-see destinations on any Kansai trip. Every corner of Kyoto exudes elegance and Zen-like tranquility; in Nara, the ancient trees and gentle, bowing deer of Todai-ji Temple add a touch of dynamism to this ancient capital. It was a very enjoyable trip. Our guide, Xiao Tian, was very nice and provided excellent service, introducing attractions and offering suggestions for the itinerary. The other members of our group were also very punctual, and the atmosphere was wonderful.★
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Reviews: Nara Park + Kyoto Ancient Temples + Fushimi Inari Taisha 1-day tour in Japan, feed cute deer, visit historic temples
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It was a very good experience. Enjoyed the tour. Our English speaking tour guide Mr.Yang was very accommodating. The places were very serine and beautiful. Would recommend for a stress free day tour.★
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Reviews: Kyoto in a Day: The Ultimate Top 4 Highlights Tour (From Osaka/Kyoto)
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I felt this was a truly heartwarming trip to Kyoto! From the magnificent golden splendor of Kinkaku-ji to the thousand torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine, every stop was breathtaking and thought-provoking. The tour guide was knowledgeable, articulate, and incredibly attentive, patiently answering all our questions.★
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Reviews: Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka + Kinkaku-ji + Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto millennium day tour
Guest User2025-11-23
Traveling alone, I booked a day trip to Kyoto departing from Osaka. 😆 Our guide, ViVi, was very friendly and attentive, providing excellent explanations in both Chinese and English. There was plenty of time for sightseeing, making it a very fulfilling day. I have wonderful memories of Kyoto. 😊 The matcha ice cream 🍦 was so delicious! 🤤
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