Kyoto Walking Tour: Explore Culture & History

During the Kyoto day walking tour, you will experience the beauty of Kyoto; its nature, religion, history, and culture. This tour covers everything you’ll need to know when you visit Kyoto. ​If you are looking for a real local experience and perspective, why don’t you stroll this quiet and beautiful neighborhood with our local guide.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tatsumi Bridge - We will walk through the Gion shibashi, one of the most beautiful place in Kyoto.
  • Chion-in Temple Sammon - Chionin Sanmon is a majestic Buddhist temple gate in Kyoto, Japan. It’s one of the largest wooden gates in the country, standing as a symbol of the temple’s grandeur and spiritual significance. As you approach, its…
What's Included
  • Walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuity to local guide
  • Admission Fee
Location
Ben's Cookies Kyoto Shijo
In front of Ben's Cookies Kyoto Shijo. Guide is holding a sign.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Katrinaesca
Aug 14, 2025
A wonderful way to spend your first morning or afternoon in Kyoto - We did the free walking tour with Claire and had an awesome time. A few other folks didn't make it so we were a small group, it almost felt like a private tour. Despite us having been just 3 guests and the summer afternoon heat, she still gave such a thorough tour, guiding us through beautiful sites and sharing all the interesting information you'd want out of a tour like this. (Not to mention her warmth and friendliness!) We really appreciated it and were so glad we signed up for this tour. Thank you so much, Claire!
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Petergaspar
Aug 6, 2025
Absolutely recommended - Ayumis tour was super fun and informative. We learned lots about the history of Kyoto and even Japan. The walking tour can be a little physically challenging so be sure to come prepared! Ayumi was also very educated and could answer all of our questions without problem's.
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Bettyv867
Aug 5, 2025
Great tour Kyoto - Great tour ! Miguel our tour guide was awesome very knowledgeable and friendly. He did the best he could considering the warm weather!!
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Cynthia_w
Jul 30, 2025
The Best day in Kyoto in the Gion Eastern Hills - This was probably our best tour in Japan. The area is beautiful and the guide was so knowledgeable. It made the day so interesting and enjoyable. The area with all the temples and narrow paths is probably the nicest in Kyoto. I would highly recommend this tour and this tour guide
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Elad_naggar1
Jul 11, 2025
Highly recommended! - Great tour with the fabulous Ayumi! Lots of history, fun and beautiful places. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended.
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Markjeoffreyd
Jul 11, 2025
Insightful and meaningful! - Ayumi was such a great tour guide! She’s very well-spoken and knowledgeable of the places we visited. She’s history perfect! She’s even a 6-star guide!
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461shereem
Jul 8, 2025
Insightful and less crowded Kyoto - Our guide gave us so much insight into the culture of Kyoto. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and knew great spots for photography. I definitely recommend the tour.
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Jennifer_s
Jun 25, 2025
Super informative - Jay was a great tour guide. He is so knowledgeable about Japanese history and taught us a ton. This tour took us to spots we would not have known about otherwise.
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April_l
Jun 23, 2025
Jay is a great tour guide... - Jay is a great tour guide with helpful knowledge of local history and folklore. (Ask him about his favorite vending machine in. Kyoto!)
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Timothy_l
Jun 23, 2025
Great guide - One of the best tours I've had in Japan. It showed a different side of Japan than I had seen which was just what I was after. The guide Jay had studied history and was incredibly informative.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).