Free Tour of Kyoto

On this free tour of Kyoto, we'll discover the main monuments of the former capital of Japan and learn about its rich history!

Free Tour of Kyoto

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Sanjo Station to start this free tour of Kyoto.

First, we'll take a walk along the banks of the Kamogawa River while learning about the history of Kyoto, the capital of Japan from 794 to 1868. The tour continues in Gion, the geisha district, where we will learn about the geishas and admire traditional wooden houses in the Machi-Ya style.

The next stop is Chion-in Temple, one of the main Buddhist temples in Kyoto. After learning its history, we'll proceed to Hisashi-Yama, a significant historical area, where we will explore stories of ancient Japanese emperors and samurai warriors, known as shoguns.

After approximately 2.5 hours of exploration, we'll conclude the free tour in front of the Yasaka Pagoda.

Groups

This free tour of Kyoto does not accept reservations of more than 6 people. For an exclusive experience, a private tour of Kyoto is available for couples, families, or friends.