Kyoto Tour for Families - Private & Personalized with a Guide

5.0
(9 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This isn’t your typical Kyoto family tour. With a host who shapes the day around your family’s pace and preferences, you’ll explore both the city’s iconic sights and its quieter, playful corners—from golden temples and traditional markets to peaceful parks and hidden cafés where kids can recharge.

After booking, you’ll complete a short questionnaire so we can match you with the ideal host. They’ll then create a flexible, fully personalized itinerary designed just for your group.

What's Included

Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
Hotel pickup can be arranged from any centrally located hotel
Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This is a private walking experience. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option. If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour. NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

OR
Meeting point

This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Explore a mix of well-known highlights and tucked-away spots, shaped entirely around your family’s pace and preferences. Your host will adapt the route as you go, creating a relaxed and engaging day.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See one of Kyoto’s most famous sights from the outside, surrounded by tranquil gardens and mirror-like ponds. It’s a visually impressive area with room for everyone to take it in.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Walk through quiet backstreets and historic alleys known for their wooden houses and lantern-lit teahouses. There’s plenty to capture the imagination, from geisha stories to local treats.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pause in a green space where locals unwind, and kids can spot turtles in the ponds. It’s a peaceful break with just enough buzz to keep it interesting.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Wander through a covered market filled with curious ingredients, colorful stalls, and local snacks. A place where both kids and adults can discover something unexpected.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
Supplied by City Unscripted

Show 2 more

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

Show more

Rating

5.0 Based on 9 9 reviews
5 stars
9
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
from per person
Was {{currencySymbol}}{{ summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount }}