Day 1: A day exploring Kyoto's iconic temples and traditional Gion district.
2023-10-26
Sunny, 22°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take Kyoto City Bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Visit the stunning Zen Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: Go early in the morning for the best light and fewer crowds.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take the JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
Walk through the famous and serene bamboo forest path.
not mentioned
Tips: The main path can be very crowded; explore side paths.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District
Take bus 206 from Kyoto Station to Gion bus stop.
Explore the traditional entertainment district and spot geishas.
Dinner approx. ¥4000-¥8000
Tips: Be respectful when taking photos, especially of geiko and maiko.
Day 2: Discovering southern Kyoto's famous shrine and historic market.
2023-10-27
Cloudy, 19°C
morning
3 hours
1
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Take JR Nara Line to JR Inari Station, directly opposite the shrine.
Hike through thousands of vibrant red torii gates.
not mentioned
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes for hiking up the mountain path.
afternoon
2.5 hours
2
Nishiki Market
Take Karasuma Subway Line to Shijo Station, then a short walk.
Explore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for local foods and goods.
Lunch and snacks approx. ¥2000-¥3000
Tips: Many stalls offer free samples; it's a great place for lunch.
Day 1: A day exploring Kyoto's iconic temples and traditional Gion district.
2023-10-26
Sunny, 22°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take Kyoto City Bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Visit the stunning Zen Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: Go early in the morning for the best light and fewer crowds.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take the JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
Walk through the famous and serene bamboo forest path.
not mentioned
Tips: The main path can be very crowded; explore side paths.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District
Take bus 206 from Kyoto Station to Gion bus stop.
Explore the traditional entertainment district and spot geishas.
Dinner approx. ¥4000-¥8000
Tips: Be respectful when taking photos, especially of geiko and maiko.
Day 2: Discovering southern Kyoto's famous shrine and historic market.
2023-10-27
Cloudy, 19°C
morning
3 hours
1
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Take JR Nara Line to JR Inari Station, directly opposite the shrine.
Hike through thousands of vibrant red torii gates.
not mentioned
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes for hiking up the mountain path.
afternoon
2.5 hours
2
Nishiki Market
Take Karasuma Subway Line to Shijo Station, then a short walk.
Explore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for local foods and goods.
Lunch and snacks approx. ¥2000-¥3000
Tips: Many stalls offer free samples; it's a great place for lunch.
