Gion Kyoto Walking Tour
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the rich history of Kyoto on a gentle 2km, 2 1/2-hour walking tour through the enchanting Gion district. This private tour invites groups of 1-5 to explore hidden gems like the Ebisu and Yasui-Konpira-gu Shrines and Kennin-ji Temple, Kyoto's oldest Zen temple, away from the bustling crowds. Led by an English-speaking guide, delve into the lesser-known stories of Japan's past, including the origins of the Emperor and samurai traditions, and gain an understanding of the difference between Shinto and Buddhism. Perfect for travellers seeking a personal and insightful experience in Japan's cultural heart. - Explore two serene shrines and Kyoto's oldest Zen temple - Ideal for wheelchairs and those with lower mobility - Personalized attention with a maximum group size of 5 - Engage with a knowledgeable guide for an in-depth historical overview - Meet at an easy-to-access train station and return to the same place
Inclusions
What's included
- 2 1/2 hour guided walking tour with historical background
What's not
- Meals
- The meeting place is at Keihan Gion Shijo Station
Itinerary
Here we'll go into the shrine and learn more about Shinto and Buddhism. There are many sub-shrines inside that are of interest. There is also a special connection between this shrine and Kennin-ji Temple.
We'll look around the grounds and inside the temple buildings, and we'll think about how the first samurai government gained power from the Imperial Court. There are many important cultural artefacts in the temple grounds and buildings.
We'll go into the shrine and learn more about how the Imperial Court lost power to the first samurai government. There are many sub-shrines inside and a special ceremony that visitors can carry out.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Exit 1 from Keihan, Gion-Shijo station. The exit is down a long tunnel--80m--from the station and then up some stairs. When you leave this exit, turn right and a small park is immediately in front of you. The tour leader will meet you there.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Gion Walking Tour
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Kyoto
- Its from-price is 18% above the median of the 1713 experiences we list in Kyoto.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital for over a thousand years, is a city of temples, gardens, wooden townhouses and refined traditions.
The city holds many of Japan's most treasured sites. Fushimi Inari Taisha's thousands of vermilion torii gates climb a wooded mountain, Kinkaku-ji's Golden Pavilion shimmers over its pond, and Kiyomizu-dera's wooden stage juts from the hillside above the city. The rock garden of Ryoan-ji and the mossy grounds of Ginkaku-ji invite quiet contemplation.
Top-ranked sights in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha), Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Special offers in Kyoto
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