Day 1: Exploring historic temples and traditional streets in the Higashiyama district.
not mentioned
Sunny, 22°C
morning
2.5 hours
1
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take bus 206 from Kyoto Station to Gojo-zaka stop.
Iconic wooden temple with panoramic city views.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka
A short downhill walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Charming, preserved historic streets with shops.
¥2000 for snacks and souvenirs
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as the stone steps can be uneven.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District
Continue walking from the Yasaka Shrine area.
Famous geisha district with traditional architecture.
¥6000 for dinner
Tips: Be respectful and avoid flash photography if you see a geiko.
Day 2: Visiting the Golden Pavilion and the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 20°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take bus 101 or 205 directly to Kinkakuji-michi stop.
Stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection in the pond is perfect for photos on a calm day.
afternoon
1 hour
2
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take JR Sagano Line from Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama.
Famous path through a towering bamboo forest.
not mentioned
Tips: The grove is open 24/7; an early morning visit is magical.
afternoon
1.5 hours
3
Tenryu-ji Temple
The entrance is directly adjacent to the bamboo grove.
Major Zen temple with a beautiful landscape garden.
not mentioned
Tips: Pay the extra fee to enter the halls for the best garden views.
Day 1: Exploring historic temples and traditional streets in the Higashiyama district.
not mentioned
Sunny, 22°C
morning
2.5 hours
1
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take bus 206 from Kyoto Station to Gojo-zaka stop.
Iconic wooden temple with panoramic city views.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka
A short downhill walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Charming, preserved historic streets with shops.
¥2000 for snacks and souvenirs
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as the stone steps can be uneven.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District
Continue walking from the Yasaka Shrine area.
Famous geisha district with traditional architecture.
¥6000 for dinner
Tips: Be respectful and avoid flash photography if you see a geiko.
Day 2: Visiting the Golden Pavilion and the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 20°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take bus 101 or 205 directly to Kinkakuji-michi stop.
Stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection in the pond is perfect for photos on a calm day.
afternoon
1 hour
2
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take JR Sagano Line from Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama.
Famous path through a towering bamboo forest.
not mentioned
Tips: The grove is open 24/7; an early morning visit is magical.
afternoon
1.5 hours
3
Tenryu-ji Temple
The entrance is directly adjacent to the bamboo grove.
Major Zen temple with a beautiful landscape garden.
not mentioned
Tips: Pay the extra fee to enter the halls for the best garden views.
