Things to do in Kyoto Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

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A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.
A busy indoor public space with multiple levels, escalators, and glass railings.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden beams, and a small balcony.
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Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka

Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka

€48
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka
KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

€81
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

€30
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

€84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

€23
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Kyoto Aquarium Admission Ticket

Kyoto Aquarium Admission Ticket

€14
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Aquarium Admission Ticket
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch

From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch

€65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with lunch
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour

€303
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Lesson Experience

Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Lesson Experience

€19
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Lesson Experience
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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 171 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €103 per adult
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Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 172 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €105 per adult
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Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 375 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €81 per adult
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 724 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €24 per adult
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Osaka: Minoh Waterfall & Katsuo-ji Temple Half-Day Tour

Osaka: Minoh Waterfall & Katsuo-ji Temple Half-Day Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €44 per adult
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What to do in Kyoto Prefecture

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A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
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Where to stay in Kyoto Prefecture

Find the best Kyoto Prefecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with green and red roofs.

Kyoto

A stone structure with circular depressions in a forested area.

Muko

A bustling street with neon signs, a tower, and traditional lanterns.

Osaka

A coastal city with a large body of water, surrounded by hills and dense greenery.
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Yosano

A stone bridge over a pond with lotus flowers and greenery.

Koka

Terraced tea fields with a building in the background.

Wazuka