Items | Shared Guided History Walking Tour to Kyoto
Shared Guided History Walking Tour to Kyoto
Kyoto
About
The walk begins in Gion Shirakawa, a picturesque riverside area known for its willow trees, stone paths, and traditional tea houses. From there, the route leads to historic shrines and lesser-known corners, passing through calm backstreets away from the crowds.
As you walk, you will see well-preserved wooden townhouses from the Edo period, offering a sense of Kyoto’s past.
The tour concludes on Hanamikoji Street, the center of the geisha district. You may have the opportunity to see a geisha heading to an evening appointment while learning about their rigorous training, elegant performances, and the artistry behind their kimono and hairstyles, providing insight into Gion’s traditional cult...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Walking Tour
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
FamilyMart Shijo Kiyamachi Minami
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. A guide will be waiting there holding a 'Travel Japan Together' sign. Please ensure you check in each guest as they arrive.
Return
Important Information
•
Public transportation options are available nearby
•
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
•
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
•
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
•
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
•
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
•
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
The walk begins in Gion Shirakawa, a picturesque riverside area known for its willow trees, stone paths, and traditional tea houses. From there, the route leads to historic shrines and lesser-known corners, passing through calm backstreets away from the crowds.
As you walk, you will see well-preserved wooden townhouses from the Edo period, offering a sense of Kyoto’s past.
The tour concludes on Hanamikoji Street, the center of the geisha district. You may have the opportunity to see a geisha heading to an evening appointment while learning about their rigorous training, elegant performances, and the artistry behind their kimono and hairstyles, providing insight into Gion’s traditional cult...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Walking Tour
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
FamilyMart Shijo Kiyamachi Minami
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. A guide will be waiting there holding a 'Travel Japan Together' sign. Please ensure you check in each guest as they arrive.
Return
Itinerary
1
Gion Shirakawa
Gion Shirakawa is a historic district in Kyoto known for its preserved wooden machiya houses and quiet stone-paved streets. The Shirakawa Canal flows gently through the area, lined with willow trees and traditional teahouses. The atmosphere reflects old Kyoto, especially in the early morning or evening. It is a place where visitors can experience refined architecture, seasonal scenery, and the cultural heritage of the geisha district.
1 hour
2
Yasaka Shrine
It is one of Kyoto’s most important Shinto shrines, located at the entrance of Gion. It is known for its vibrant festivals, especially the Gion Matsuri in July. The shrine grounds are open at all times, creating a welcoming atmosphere day and night. Visitors can experience traditional architecture, seasonal beauty, and a strong connection to local community life.
