Kyoto Gion Private Tour: Geisha Culture and Hidden Streets

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy an exclusive private Gion tour with your own guide, uncovering Kyoto’s hidden stories and geisha culture.

What's Included

Local Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
McDonald's - Shijo-ohashi Bridge

There will be a guide holding a sign that says [Local Guide Stars] waiting at the side of Macdonald. As the front of Macdonald gets very busy Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/B6x5uJcvaErygMHT9

End point

Your tour concludes in Japan’s most iconic and renowned geisha district.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Pontocho District

    Discover Pontocho, Kyoto’s famous historic alley filled with traditional charm and local atmosphere.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    A local chill-out spot by the Kamogawa River

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Gion Shirakawa

    See beautifully preserved Edo-period townhouses along a picturesque historic street

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Yasaka Shrine

    Discover Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto’s iconic 1,000-year-old shrine at the heart of the historic Gion district.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ninenzaka

    If you don’t take a photo on this street, it might feel like you haven’t really been to Kyoto. They say if you fall here, you’ll die in two years — but your guide will explain the truth behind this eerie rumor. Plus, there are plenty of great shops along the way!

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Hokan-ji Temple

    See Hōkan-ji, Kyoto’s iconic five-story pagoda, a symbol of the city’s timeless beauty.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Yasui-Konpiragu

    Visit Yasui Konpiragu Shrine, famous for cutting bad ties and welcoming good relationships and new beginnings.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Hanamikoji Street

    A street where you might have a chance to see a geisha. Your guide will share the history and hidden stories behind the world of geisha.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Local Guide Stars

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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