Kiyomizu Temple and Backstreets of Gion, Half Day Group Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Meet in front of Kyoto Ceramic Center

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Kiyomizu-dera Temple

  visit Kiyomizu-dera and learn about culture, history from professional guide. Kiyomizu-dera is not only a significant religious site but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kyoto's most visited and culturally significant landmarks.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

  The Sannen-zaka and Ninen-zaka are historic, steep streets leading up to Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto. Sannen-zaka (Three-Year Slope) is the longer and steeper of the two, while Ninen-zaka (Two-Year Slope) is slightly shorter. Both are lined with traditional shops, teahouses, and old-style architecture, creating a charming, nostalgic atmosphere. These paths are popular with visitors, offering a glimpse into Kyoto's past while leading to the famous Kiyomizu-dera temple.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Kiyomizu Sannei-Zaka Seiryu-en (Pass by)

  A Japanese garden located near Kiyomizu-dera. It is known for its beautiful landscape design, featuring ponds, traditional wooden bridges, and carefully arranged plants, offering a peaceful retreat. This garden provides visitors with a serene space to enjoy nature while overlooking the surrounding area.

  Admission ticket free
• Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda) (Pass by)

  The Yasaka Pagoda is a historic five-story pagoda which is one of the city's most iconic landmarks. The pagoda is known for its elegant design and significant cultural value. It is often associated with the surrounding historic streets, including Ninen-zaka and Sannen-zaka, and offers a beautiful view of Kyoto’s traditional landscape.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Yasaka Kōshin-dō Temple

  Yasaka Koshindo is a small traditional temple near Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto, dedicated to Koshin, a guardian deity believed to protect people from illness and misfortune. The temple is famous for its colorful kukurizaru charms—bright cloth monkeys. Many visitors stop by during their walk to pray for health, protection, and good fortune.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Yasui-Konpiragu

  A Shinto shrine in the Higashiyama district, famous as a place to cut negative relationships and form positive ones. The shrine is especially popular for its unique ritual, often attracting long lines of visitors eager to try this unusual tradition.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Kennin-ji Temple

  Kennin-ji is Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple, founded in 1202. Despite its central location, the temple grounds are calm and spacious, offering a peaceful escape from the city. The impressive Dharma Hall stands out with its grand scale, and the temple’s three Japanese gardens each offer a distinct and beautiful atmosphere.

  50 minutes • Admission ticket included
• Gion (Pass by)

  Walk through Gion, Japan’s largest geisha district, and explore its main street, Hanamikoji. Lined with traditional wooden machiya houses, teahouses, shops, and restaurants, the street exudes timeless Kyoto elegance. It is especially known for its well-preserved architecture and deep ties to geisha culture, where you may even catch a glimpse of a geisha walking gracefully by.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• As this is a walking tour, we recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.
• There could be a delay at when the tour ends, if you have an appointment or plan right after this tour, please let us know in advance
• The tour will take place rain or shine.

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