Day 1: Exploring historic temples and the traditional Gion district in Eastern Kyoto.
not mentioned
Sunny, 22°C
morning
2.5 hours
1
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take bus number 206 or 100 from Kyoto Station to Gojo-zaka stop.
Famous wooden temple with city views.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka
A short walk downhill from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Strolling through preserved historic streets.
not mentioned
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as the stone steps can be steep.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District Exploration
Continue walking from the Yasaka Shrine area.
Exploring the famous geisha district.
8000 JPY for dinner
Tips: Be respectful and avoid flash photography if you see a geiko or maiko.
Day 2: Visiting iconic golden pavilions and sampling Kyoto's culinary delights.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 20°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Iconic Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection on the pond is best on a calm, sunny day.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Nishiki Market
Take the Karasuma Line to Shijo Station and walk.
Bustling market known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen'.
3000 JPY for snacks
Tips: Many shops close by 6 PM, so it's best to visit for a late lunch.
Day 1: Exploring historic temples and the traditional Gion district in Eastern Kyoto.
not mentioned
Sunny, 22°C
morning
2.5 hours
1
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take bus number 206 or 100 from Kyoto Station to Gojo-zaka stop.
Famous wooden temple with city views.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka
A short walk downhill from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Strolling through preserved historic streets.
not mentioned
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as the stone steps can be steep.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District Exploration
Continue walking from the Yasaka Shrine area.
Exploring the famous geisha district.
8000 JPY for dinner
Tips: Be respectful and avoid flash photography if you see a geiko or maiko.
Day 2: Visiting iconic golden pavilions and sampling Kyoto's culinary delights.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 20°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Iconic Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection on the pond is best on a calm, sunny day.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Nishiki Market
Take the Karasuma Line to Shijo Station and walk.
Bustling market known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen'.
3000 JPY for snacks
Tips: Many shops close by 6 PM, so it's best to visit for a late lunch.
