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Best Walking Tours in Kyoto

Temple courtyards at dawn, tea houses in the rain, gardens that don’t hurry. The best walking tours in Kyoto — history, food, neighborhoods and hidden lanes on foot, led by local guides.

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Gion Geisha District
2h

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Discover Kyoto's captivating Geisha culture with the Kyoto Night Walking Tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $30 a person
2h

Kyoto Geisha District Walking Tour in Gion

Discover the enchanting streets of Gion, Kyoto’s iconic Geisha district, and immerse yourself in its rich culture and history with insights from an expert guide who knows the area...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $28 a person
Kyoto Day Tour
3h

Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Historical Walking Tour

Discover the timeless beauty of Kyoto on this immersive walking tour through the historic districts of Gion and Higashiyama.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
1h 40m

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour & Geisha Culture

This tour is typically conducted in a small group of up to about 10 people.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $19 a person
3h

Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Tour (7 Tastings + Brunch)

Join a MagicalTrip tour, proud winner of Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Award, led by a professionally trained MagicalTrip Certified Guide.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $65 a person
Fushimi Inari Taisha (shrine)
5h 15m

Kyoto Early Bird Walking Tour

Kyoto is the most famous tourist destination in Japan.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $101 a person
1h 30m to 2h

Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour

Avoid the crowds and the heats!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $41 a person
5h to 6h

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide

Kyoto is one of Japan’s most popular destinations, so sightseeing can be very crowded during the day.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $89 a person
3h

Kyoto: Meet the Geisha Maiko with Gion Walking Tour

Unlock the secrets of Kyoto’s geisha world.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $68 a person
2h

Kyoto: Gion and Geisha District Walking Tour

Step back in time on our Gion Walking Tour, where Kyoto’s rich traditions come to life.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $12 a person
2h to 8h

Kyoto Custom Private Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)

Kyoto’s temples, gardens, and historic districts can feel overwhelming for first-time visitors.

  • 4.5★ · 86 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $51 a person
If you want to try local food in Kyoto, Nishiki market is the place you should go.
3h

Kyoto Nishiki Market Food and Culture Walking Tour (5 Tastings)

Experience Kyoto’s food culture without the stress of restaurant reservations or language barriers on this small-group Nishiki Market food tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $85 a person
3h

Kyoto Imperial Palace & Nijo Castle Guided Walking Tour - 3 Hours

Discover two of Kyoto's amazing attractions with a warm and knowledgeable local guide by your side.

  • 4.7★ · 156 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $38 a person
Arashiyama Sakura
10h

One-Day Tour of Kyoto's Highlights from Osaka/Kyoto

Enjoy a culturally enriching tour of Kyoto's most famous landmarks, including Fushimi Inari Temple, Arashiyama and the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $63 a person
3h 30m

Half-Day Private Walking Tour in Kyoto

This half-day tour covers 5 of the most visited venues in Kyoto: Kiyomizu Temple, Ninenzaka Sannenzaka, Yasaka Shrine, Gion and Nishiki Market.

  • 5.0★ · 64 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $92 a person
3h

Kyoto Gion Night Walk & Geisha District Guided Tour

Explore the wonderfully atmospheric Gion district at night Gain a deeper understanding of Japan’s culture and traditions from a friendly and knowledgeable guide Wander around...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $18 a person
Bicycle parked in front of a temple in Tokyo, Japan.
3h 45m

Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour

This is an 8 kilometer E-biking ride that visits famous attractions as well as hidden gems in Kyoto such as the Kinkakuji, Daitokuji Temple Complex in order to visit the Koto-in...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $111 a person
The most photogenic temple in Kyoto
2h

Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour

[Highlights] ・Chance to Spot a Geisha ・Visit a 1,000-Year-Old Shrine ・See Edo-Period Townhouses ・Explore quiet lanes and hidden gems ・Get Local Tips & Recommendations We begin at...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $25 a person
Gion Tour
2h

Kyoto Highlights Walking Tour for First-Time Visitors

Uncover the timeless beauty of Kyoto with our exclusive walking tour of Yasaka Shrine and its enchanting surroundings.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $20 a person
2h

Kyoto: Gion Night Walking Tour with Geisha Insight

Step into the heart of Kyoto’s cultural soul with this night walking tour through the Gion district.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $25 a person
Step into Kyoto’s bamboo dream!
1h 30m

Kyoto: Arashiyama UNESCO Walking Tour with Admission

[Highlights] ・UNESCO World Heritage Temple and Garden (Admission included) ・Photogenic Bamboo Grove ・Arashiyama Park Kameyama area ・Local souvenir shops and sweets shop to stroll...

  • 5.0★ · 71 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $24 a person
sannenzaka
7h

Kyoto Private Day Trip - Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Kyoto!

This is a one-day tour of Kyoto's must-see sights, very popular in any season and safe for first-time travelers to Kyoto.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $95 a person
3h

Kyoto Gion Early Morning Walking Tour

Experience Kyoto’s most iconic sights before the crowds arrive!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $47 a person
2h

Kyoto Gion Geisha District & Hidden Gems Walking Tour

"Stroll the real Gion streets that inspired the world’s most famous Geisha story." Set out on an enchanting journey through the historic district of Gion in Kyoto, where ancient...

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $20 a person

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