What to do in Kyoto

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Kyoto featuring hiking or walking, landscape views and forest scenes

Kyoto Tourist Attractions & Activities

Coming up: Kyoto! You’re about to set sail in a different direction. Never one to shy away from innovative ways to get your kicks and have an eye-opening adventure, you’re prepared to discover an exciting city like the savvy traveller you are. Book your activities today, and all that’s left to do is count the days until your getaway and prepare to have fun, because Expedia Australia makes it simple to book loads of things to do.

  • Book your favourite tours on Expedia Australia for a great price, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or luxurious dinner while you’re travelling. The activities in Kyoto are not only perfect for you, but they won’t break the bank. We have 278 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$9.
  • Kyoto is a favourite among travellers like yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to the regionto dive into local history and culture and explore the best things to do. The most popular activities can get the curiosity of even seasoned globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes an impressive array of historically based tours and excitement. From unequalled ways to discover the best this area has to give like a Kinkaku-ji, Ginkaku-ji & Kiyomizu-dera Temple Tour to foodie tours like Scholar-Led Nishiki Market Walking Tour, there is an abundance of things to do to choose from when you browse the inventory of activities here at Expedia Australia.

Our activities are the ideal way to organise your getaway. You'll need a little planning to best get the feel for Kyoto, particularly when you wish to schedule in lots of exciting activities. And we know you're itching to explore every avenue—you're ready to get out and have an adventure. You're excited to sign up for the top activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Book guided tours on Expedia Australia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.


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Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(593 area reviews)

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street.

Central Kyoto
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Higashiyama Ward
Kyoto Tower which includes a city, city views and night scenes

Shimogyo Ward

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shimogyo Ward
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.

Minami Ward

Day trip destinations from Kyoto