Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over a millennium, and it still carries a reputation as the nation’s most beautiful city. The countless temples, shrines and historical structures are both fascinating, and overwhelming. To make your trip even more enjoyable, Japanesquest presents you with 10 of the very best places to visit in Kyoto!
Related Video:
“Top 5 Places to See Sakura (Cherry Blossoms) in Kyoto”
“5 Places to See the Fall Colors of Kyoto”
No.1 Arashiyama District
Hours: 24 hours
Closed: No closing days
Fee: Free
No.2 Ryoanji Temple
Hours: 8:00 to 17:00 (March to November) 8:30 to 16:30 (December to February)
Closed: No closing days
Fee: 500 yen
No.3 Kinkakuji Temple
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: No closing days
Fee: 400 yen
No.4 Ginkakuji Temple
Hours: 8:30 to 17:00 (9:00 to 16:30 from December to February)
Closed: No closing days
Fee: 500 yen
No.5 Philosopher’s Path
Hours: 24 hours
Closed: No closing days
Fee: Free
No.6 Gion District
Hours: 24 hours
Closed: No closing days
Fee: Free
No.7 Kiyomizudera Temple
Hours: 6:00 to 18:00 (until 18:30 on weekends and holidays from mid April through July and everyday in August and September)
Closed: No closing days
Fee: 400 yen
No.8 Sanjusangendo Temple
Hours: 8:00 to 17:00 (9:00 to 16:00 from November 16 to March 31)
Admission ends 30 minutes before closing time.
Closed: No closing days
Fee: 600 yen
No.9 Nijo Castle
Hours: 8:45 to 17:00 (admission until 16:00) Entry to Ninomaru from 9:00 to 16:00
Closed: Tuesdays in Jan, Jul, Aug and Dec (or following day if Tue is a national holiday) December 26 to January 4
Fee: 600 yen (English audio guides are available for 500 yen)
