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Kyoto

Ancient traditions meet timeless beauty
Trips fromUS$1,899
Suggested stay6 Days / 5 Nights

Your guide to Kyoto

Get to know the destination

Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a city on the island of Honshu. It's famous for its numerous classical Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. It's also known for formal traditions such as kaiseki dining, and geisha, female entertainers.

Fushimi Inari Shrine Walk
Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)
Geisha District Tour in Gion
Traditional Tea Ceremony
Bamboo Grove of Arashiyama

Before you go

Good to know

Best time to visitMarch to May (Cherry Blossoms), October to November (Autumn)
ClimateHumid subtropical climate
LanguageJapanese
TimezoneJST (GMT+9)
Visa guidanceA visa is not usually required, but entry rules can change.
Health guidanceCheck current health guidance before travel.

Make it memorable

Don't miss

01

Fushimi Inari Taisha

02

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

03

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

04

Gion District

05

Nijo Castle

06

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

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