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Half-Day Private Guided Tour to Gion in Kyoto

Come with us on foot to visit the historic streets of Gion, Kyoto, for 4 hours! We start with a walk along the Kamo River, popular among the locals. Then we discover Shirakawa Street, which marks the entrance to the traditional town. We visit the Yasaka Shinto Shrine, a sacred site dating from the

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What To Expect

1

Stop 1

30 min

Iconic Kyoto River with its long promenade where city dwellers love to meet and have fun.

2

Stop 2

30 min

Shirakawa street, bordered by the river of the same name, good entry point to discover Gion.

3

Stop 3

30 min

Shinto shrine dating from the mid-7th century and at the origin of this district.

4

Stop 4

30 min

Visit this part of Kyoto’s Old City, passing through Hokanji and Sannenzaka.

5

Stop 5

30 min

We go up to the north of Gion and continue your visit.

6

Stop 6

30 min

Park full of greenery, sakura in spring and maple leaves in autumn.

7

Stop 7

30 min

Another part of the traditional Gion district, with its Kyoto Machiya, cafes, restaurants and tea houses.

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Stop 8

30 min

We will walk in the park of this famous temple, introducing zen and tea to Japan. Then we return to our starting point.

What’s Included

  • Guide Fees

What to Bring

  • 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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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