Experience Kyoto's magic as it comes alive after dark on a 3.5-hour walking tour with a local guide. Visit scenic temples & shrines rarely seen by tourists, discover Kyoto’s fascinating historic & modern blend, and snack on traditional Japanese treats.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Starting time 6:30 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
- Experience the magic of Kyoto after dark
- Look out for the different types of geisha in the fabled geisha district
- Visit local spots that most tourists miss such as the Yasui Konpira-gu Shrine
- Stroll past the historic wooden walls and lanterns of Yasaka, to the bustle of Karasuma’s local bars
- Sample tasty snacks as you soak up the lively local atmosphere
- Local English-speaking guide
- Traditional Japanese snacks and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
- People under 20 years
- People with mobility impairments
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Prepare for the activity
Meet at the entrance to the Gion Corner theater, Hanamikoji Dori, 570-2 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku ward, Kyoto. Directions: The meeting point is 4 blocks from the intersection of Shijo-Street and Hanamikoji-Street. Hnamikoji-Street is 2 blocks east from Shijo-Ohashi Bridge. Take the city bus to Shijo Kawaramachi, the Hankyu railway to Kawaramachi Station, exit 1 (10-minute walk) or the Keihan railway to Gion-shijō Station, exit 6, (5-minute walk). From JR Kyoto Station it is an approximately 25-minute journey or about 15 minutes by taxi.
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- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- This tour includes a brief visit to a small shrine. Modest dress is highly recommended. Keep your shoulders covered and wear pants or a skirt that covers the knees
- You must be at least 20 years old to take part
- Maximum group size is 12 people
