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A narrow street at night with shops and hanging lanterns. 1
A bonsai tree with multiple branches, each adorned with green square ornaments, in a red pot with white pebbles. 2
A lantern with a face design, hanging from a wooden structure. 3
A narrow waterway flanked by dense foliage and illuminated by ambient lighting, leading to a distant building. 4
A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden gate, a hanging lantern, and a poster. 5
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The previous price was AU$59 and current price is AU$53 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Explore the historic Gion District of Kyoto
    • Learn about the history of Japan, Kyoto, and the Gion district
    • Enjoy a personal and private experience with the guide
    • Learn about daily life in Japan from the guide's personal experiences
    • Ask lots of questions about what you see and find interesting about Japan

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒600-8001 京都府京都市下京区四条通河原町 北東角 コトクロス阪急河原町 1&2F | The guide will be sitting down waiting in front of the “Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi” (there is only one Disney store in Kyoto). Look for the person holding an iPad displaying the image of “Get Your Guide Kyoto Gion Walking Tour 00:00 AM/PM.”
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto: Gion Walking Tour (Spanish)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Price details
AU$58.43
AU$52.59 x 2 AdultsAU$105.18
Total
The previous price was AU$116.86 and current price is AU$105.18
10% off

Kyoto: Gion walking tour, 2H small group (FRA)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 6:00 PM
Price details
AU$78.90 x 2 AdultsAU$157.80
Total
Price is AU$157.80
Until Thu, 12 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    No amenities are provided in this tour

What you can expect

  • Join a local to embark on a journey through the heart of Kyoto's renowned Gion district, a timeless sanctuary where the echoes of tradition resonate with every step, where ancient tradition meets modern charm. Wander through its alleys adorned with picturesque wooden Machiya houses, their silhouettes standing as guardians of the past.

    Gion is more than just the world-famous entertainment Geisha district of Kyoto.
    Located in the heart of city centre Kyoto there are a vast number of historically important locations that are easily overlooked which will be showcased & explained on the tour. Through the explanations, a deeper & more thorough understanding of the city & its rich, long history will be developed.

    In the 2 hours, 3 of the 5 hanamachi (Geisha district) of Kyoto will be visited
    ①Pontocho
    ②Gion-Kobu
    ③Gion-Higashi
    As you walk through the hanamachi and nationally preserved historic neighbourhoods of Gion-Kobu North, you will learn about the history of the area and the hanamachi, Maiko and Geiko (Geisha) lifestyles, practices, activities, and routines, as well as Japanese history and culture, and Kyoto history.

    Also in Kyoto's famous Gion district, visit the former Gion Shrine, now Yasaka Shrine, from which the district takes its name. If time allows, hear about the Gion Festival, one of Japan's three most famous and important festivals. Both originated in the Gion district more than 1,100 years ago.

    Itinerary:
    PONTOCHO ALLEY
    PONTOCHO KABURENJO
    KAMOGAWA
    YAGI-SAN & KITA-SAN STATUES
    SANJO OHASHI (BRIDGE)
    YAMATO DORI
    GION KOBU (GION-SHINBASHI DORI)
    GION KOBU (GION SHIRAGAWA)
    TATSUMI JINJA
    TATSUMI HASHI (BRIDGE)
    GION HIGASHI
    YASAKA JINJA

    CAUTION!:
    HANAMIKOJI-DORI is not included in the Itinerary, please be aware
    A Maiko-San and/or Geiko-San (Geisha) sighting can NOT be guaranteed

    Walking Distance
    3.3 Km route
    2 Mile Route

    9:45 & 12:30 tour can include a free visit to the 'Gion Gallery' if the clients wish to extend their tour time.

    During cherry blossoms season (Late March-ish –Early April-ish) the route will be slightly altered to showcase the beautiful cherry blossoms around Gion.

    Updated: 2025/03/04

Location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒600-8001 京都府京都市下京区四条通河原町 北東角 コトクロス阪急河原町 1&2F | The guide will be sitting down waiting in front of the “Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi” (there is only one Disney store in Kyoto). Look for the person holding an iPad displaying the image of “Get Your Guide Kyoto Gion Walking Tour 00:00 AM/PM.”
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒600-8001 京都府京都市下京区四条通河原町 北東角 コトクロス阪急河原町 1&2F | The guide will be sitting down waiting in front of the “Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi” (there is only one Disney store in Kyoto). Look for the person holding an iPad displaying the image of “Get Your Guide Kyoto Gion Walking Tour 00:00 AM/PM.”
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒600-8001 京都府京都市下京区四条通河原町 北東角 コトクロス阪急河原町 1&2F | The guide will be sitting down waiting in front of the “Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi” (there is only one Disney store in Kyoto). Look for the person holding an iPad displaying the image of “Get Your Guide Kyoto Gion Walking Tour 00:00 AM/PM.”
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan