This isn’t your typical Kyoto family tour. With a host who shapes the day around your family’s pace and preferences, you’ll explore both the city’s iconic sights and its quieter, playful corners—from golden temples and traditional markets to peaceful parks and hidden cafés where kids can recharge.After booking, you’ll complete a short questionnaire so we can match you with the ideal host. They’ll then create a flexible, fully personalized itinerary designed just for your group.

You’ll spend the night bar hopping through the historic Gion district with one of our hosts. This neighborhood has been entertaining locals for centuries, so you can imagine they’ve perfected the craft. There’s no more authentic way to experience Kyoto’s nightlife than by visiting a few traditional izakaya (bars)! With paper lanterns and quaint wooden houses to set the scene, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into another time (or maybe that’s the sake talking). Within 24 hours after booking you'

Discover Kyoto in a way that’s truly personal. This isn’t a rigid sightseeing tour—it’s a private, customized experience designed entirely around you, guided by a local who knows the city inside out.Stroll historic streets, explore hidden shops, admire beautiful shrines, and hear stories and insights that bring Kyoto’s culture to life. Your host will shape the route to match your interests, whether you’re drawn to history, food, tradition, or off-the-beaten-path gems.After booking, you’ll receiv

Discover Kyoto after dark in a way that's truly unique. This isn’t a rigid sightseeing tour—it’s a private, personalized exploration designed entirely around you, guided by a passionate local who knows Kyoto inside out.Wander lantern-lit alleys, uncover hidden bars and cozy izakayas, and hear local stories and legends that bring the city to life once the sun goes down. Your host will adapt the experience to match your interests—whether you’re looking for a lively bar crawl, a quiet cultural stro

Experience Kyoto like a local with a private, customized walking tour designed just for you. This is more than just a tour—this is an intimate, immersive Kyoto experience crafted around you. Explore iconic spots like Kyoto Tower, Togetsu-kyō Bridge, and Ginkaku-ji Temple, along with hidden gems tailored to your interests.Your guide will craft an itinerary based on your passions, offering insider tips and uncovering the city's top attractions and cultural secrets. Discover sacred sites like Fushi

You’ll join one of our friendly hosts to journey to Osaka, a city which frankly needs no introduction. You’ll explore this spirited city’s highlights and hidden gems - it’s all going down. Traditionally home to Japan’s merchant class, you’ll find Osaka to be less traditional in its approach to food and life - the locals have a wild sense of humor and sure know how to have a good time, and how to make good food!Within 24 hours after booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire about your persona

Spend a few hours in the tranquil town of Fushimi indulging in sips of the best sakeLearn about the history of Fushimi and its connection to the waterVisit the Gekkeikan Sake Brewery and see traditional sake making tools and methodsTaste 18 sakes from 18 breweries at the Fushimi Sake VillageSee the sacred Gokonomiya Shine, renowned for its pure spring water

Go on a full-day adventure to the charming city of Nara, just a train ride away from KyotoLearn about the cultural and historical landmarks from your friendly guideSee the friendly, free-roaming deer in Nara ParkVisit Todaiji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the awe-inspiring Great BuddhaTake in the picturesque scenery at Kasuga Taisha shrineStroll along the streets of Naramachi and see well-preserved traditional merchant houses

Discover some of Kyoto’s best temples and shrines in this 3-hour tourVisit the iconic Kiyomizudera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage SiteSee the stunning gardens and interiors of the Kodaiji TempleLearn about Shinto history and culture when at the Yasaka ShrineStroll along Murayama Park, known for its famed cherry blossom treeMarvel at the magnificent Chion-in Temple Sanmon Gate

Visit inspiring forest mountain vistas, charming temples and shrines. Capture Instagram-worthy moments in the enchanting Sagano Bamboo Forest.Immerse yourself in captivating stories shared by our friendly and well-informed guide.Flexible booking – even last-minute reservations are welcomed!Select from a variety of start times that suit your schedule.Experience the warmth of a small group adventure, with no more than 9 explorers.

Explore Nishiki Market and Depachika Food Hall and sample delicious Japanese delicacies on this guided food tour. Discover the rich history and unique flavors of Kyoto's bustling food scene.

Got 2 hours to spare? Go on this guided walking tour and visit the majestic Nijo Castle and Imperial Palace in Kyoto, Japan. Perfect for last-minute bookings with multiple start times to choose from!

Got two hours to spare? Go on this walking tour and explore the wonderfully atmospheric Gion district at night. Visit Hanamikoji Street, Yasaka Shrine, and more. Perfect for last-minute bookings!

Got two to three hours to spare? Go on this walking tour and explore the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine in Kyoto, Japan. Perfect for last-minute bookings with multiple start times to choose from!

This local guided tour takes you to food adventure in the heart of Kyoto! Gain a thoroughly enjoyable introduction to Kyoto’s authentic food culture with a small-group guided tour for the city’s best eating spot, Nishiki Market.In addition, you will see different faces of this town while walking around the neighborhood and you will learn about not only foods but more about Kyoto such as religion, tradition, history and culture.Your friendly guide will also give you a lot of tips about Kyoto, suc

No more selfies or pestering strangers for photos of yourself and loved ones, enjoy the services of a professional vacation photographer in Kyoto to capture your travels in a contemporary and candid style. Specialising in delivering quality photography with photographers all over the world, we guarantee you amazing photos to remember your travels. All images shown were taken by our photographers.

Tour Kyoto's most famous spots in a day!

Pub crawl through the hidden local izakaya bars & eateries in Pontocho at night

Kyoto's No.1 Fushimi Inari tour, through a hidden hiking trail up the mountain.

- Our knowledgeable local guide will lead you to a hidden gem, a serene Japanese temple, and a picturesque garden that often eludes tourists' radars. We'll provide insights on appreciating Japanese garden aesthetics, drawing intriguing comparisons between Eastern and Western beauty. The morning ambiance is truly invigorating, allowing for a leisurely stroll through this enchanting area, with delightful stops at traditional shops along the way.- We'll explore some of Arashiyama's renowned landmar

Have a sake adventure: learn the history, taste many kinds, and visit Kyoto's major brewery district

Traditional and historical Japanese gardens are best sites to see Japanese aesthetics. Both artistic landscape gardens with seasonal plants and dry landscape gardens at Zen temples help you get relaxed for meditation. Visiting various styled gardens and experiencing traditional Japanese spirits which are represented in plants, rocks, and total design. Our government-licensed and experienced multilingual guides will help you efficiently enjoy a one-day private tour of the best Japanese gardens in

- Discover Kyoto's special streets with their quaint atmosphere, as if you had time-slipped into ancient times.Kiyomizuzaka is the name of an area that is composed of several streets with a traditional feel of Kyoto. In the area, we also take you to the most colorful temple in Kyoto called Yasakakoshindo.- A variety of local street foods will take you to Kiyomizu-DeraAfter that, we'll enjoy local snacks and foods there! We'll then visit the Kiyomizu-dera Temple. We'll also visit Otowa Waterfall,

Try Kyoto's traditional, seasoned dishes at a hidden restaurant in Gion

Stroll around Kyoto's classic district, Gion, before enjoying breakfast

Accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide, explore the area of Arashiyama and Sagano, where aristocrats once unwound in their villas more than 1,000 years ago. The highlights of this tour include the scenic countryside views from Togetsukyo bridge; Tenryu-ji temple with its beautiful traditional gardens; the enchanting world from within the Bamboo Grove; and Jojakko-ji Temple with its breathtaking green moss. During the tour you will also visit some secret spots unf

Learn about Kyoto's food and culture on this tour! Maybe try some of Kyoto's pickled veggies!

Staying in Osaka? Book this walking tour to discover Kyoto!

A shorter walking tour experience in traditional Kyoto

Kimono is the beautiful traditional dress of Japan. This 6 hour Kyoto walking tour includes wearing a Kimono experience! You will be dressed by a professional and have your hair done in a simple hairstyle. It will take about one hour to change for one group (including a simple hair set for women). Afterward, you can walk around the old capitol, Kyoto.The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city waring a Kimono can feel like you are in a ti

For the time and budget-conscious traveler, experience the Gion district with our government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guides.You'll start your day by meeting your guide at the Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine, the center of Gion. While exploring Gion, your guide will show you the history and culture of geisha―from their kimonos and hairstyles to rules and daily rituals.You'll walk down the cobbled streets of three Geisha areas in total―Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho―while you listen t

There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our Government Licensed and Experienced English-speaking guides for a walking tour of Kyoto!

Discover hidden local bars in Kyoto's secret alleys with an expert guide who tailors the experience to your tastes. Visit authentic izakayas, enjoy sake pairings, and experience Kyoto's nightlife like a local.