Osaka Port Shore Excursion to Kyoto by Car, Licensed Guide

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

  You can see Japan's background that is off-limits to ordinary tourists after the tour. This short trip is a fantastic and great value way of experiencing Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine! We are here to help you discover new things, the Fushimi Inari Shrine is so more than its famous tunnels of vermillion-red torii gates. Most people are satisfied by a scenic view of it. But this has a lot of stories to tell that will connect you to the Japan's history and culture and your guide will show you deeper. You will see a fascinating story attached to the origin of the shrine dedicated to the god of grains – that’s what “Inari” means. This is also why you’ll see statues of the fox around the shrine. “Kitsune” or the fox is a servant to the god Inari. They are cunning tricksters, clever minded animals who make perfect guides for the treacherous business world. You may would want the foxes on your side after this tour.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Nijo Castle

  Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site was built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Period (1603-1867).

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Gion

  Exploring the narrow alleyways of Kyoto’s Geisha District—Gion can be daunting for a first-time visitor. Eliminate the worry of getting lost by going on a guided tour. It’s a great way to discover hidden places.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Nishiki Market Shopping District

  Nishiki Market (錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba) is a narrow, five block long shopping street lined by more than one hundred shops and restaurants. Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen", this lively retail market specializes in all things food related.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Kiyomizu-dera Temple

  Discover one of Kyoto’s most popular temples—Kiyomizu-dera Temple by going on a comprehensive 1-hour guided tour. Exploring the temple grounds with a guide means you’ll be able to learn about Japan’s history and culture.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6
  Kyoto Imperial Palace

  The Kyoto Imperial Palace (京都御所, Kyōto Gosho) used to be the residence of Japan's Imperial Family until 1868, when the emperor and capital were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. It is located in the spacious Kyoto Gyoen.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7
  Pontocho District

  Pontocho (先斗町, Pontochō) is one of Kyoto's most atmospheric dining areas. It is a narrow alley running from Shijo-dori to Sanjo-dori, one block west of Kamogawa River. The alley is packed with restaurants.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Ginkakuji Temple

  Ginkakuji (銀閣寺, Silver Pavilion) is a Zen temple along Kyoto's eastern mountains (Higashiyama). In 1482, shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa built his retirement villa on the grounds of today's temple.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 9
  Tofuku-ji Temple

  Tofukuji (東福寺, Tōfukuji) is a large Zen temple in southeastern Kyoto that is particularly famous for its spectacular autumn colors. The temple was founded in 1236.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 10
  Toji

  Toji Temple (東寺, Tōji), literally "East Temple", was founded at the beginning of the Heian Period just after the capital was moved to Kyoto in the late 700s.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Kinkakuji Temple

  Kinkakuji (金閣寺, Golden Pavilion) is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 12
  Ninna-ji Temple

  Ninnaji (仁和寺) is one of the many great temples in Kyoto which are listed as World Heritage Sites. It is the head temple of the Omuro School of the Shingon sect of Buddhism.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 13
  Shugakuin Imperial Villa

  Shugakuin Imperial Villa (修学院離宮, Shugakuin Rikyū) was built in the 17th century by Emperor Gomizuno and is now managed by the Imperial Household Agency.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 14
  Ryoan-ji Temple

  Ryoanji Temple (龍安寺, Ryōanji) is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 15
  Arashiyama

  Arashiyama (嵐山) is a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto. The area has been a popular destination since the Heian Period (794-1185).

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 16
  Tenryu-ji Temple

  Tenryuji (天龍寺, Tenryūji) is the most important temple in Kyoto's Arashiyama district. It was ranked first among the city's five great Zen temples.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 17
  Daikaku-ji Temple

  Daikakuji (大覚寺) is a large temple in the northern part of Kyoto's Sagano district. It was originally built in the early 800s as the detached palace of Emperor Saga.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 18
  Katsura Imperial Villa

  Katsura Imperial Villa (桂離宮, Katsura Rikyū) is one of the finest examples of Japanese architecture and garden design.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 19
  Yoshimine-dera

  Yoshiminedera (吉峰寺) is a temple of the Tendai sect of Japanese Buddhism located in Kyoto's western mountains.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 20
  Kennin-ji Temple

  Kenninji Temple (建仁寺) locates very close to the bustle of Hanamikoji and Shijo streets. The grounds are expansive and pleasant to walk, and feature beautiful dry landscape gardens.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 21
  Kibune Shrine

  Kibune (貴船) is a small town in a forested valley in the northern mountains of Kyoto City, which developed around Kifune Shrine.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 22
  Kurama-dera

  Kurama (鞍馬) is a rural town in the northern mountains of Kyoto City, less than one hour from the city center. Kurama is best known for its temple Kurama-dera and its hot spring.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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