Location: Kyoto
Top Things to do in Kyoto
10 Scenic Walking Areas in Kyoto That You Shouldn't Miss
The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
Restaurants in Kyoto
1. Asahizaka
2. Hatchodaira
3. Kinun Valley
4. Gion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,276 reviews
The most famous neighborhood in Kyoto is also known as the Geisha district. It is here, among the tea houses and private clubs, that you can catch a glimpse of a geisha in full dress including white makeup.
Reviewed By aejook - Seoul, South Korea
We stayed in a Ryokan in Gion n we could not be more satisfied. It is close enough to the center of the city n near Kiyomizdera, as well as many attractions such as ninenzaka, sannenzaka. Even with so many attractions near by, the streets were very quiet and clean. At night, it is very safe to walk around and I am so glad that I stayed here rather than near the busy streets or the station because Gion is close enough to bus stops, subway stops, n shopping areas.
5. Arashiyama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,621 reviews
Arashiyama is a small town on the Oi River. Its moon-crossing bridge, Togetsu-kyo, is a beautiful, much-beloved wooden structure. Arishiyama also has Tenryu-ji temple, one of the 14 World Heritage Sites in Kyoto.
Reviewed By JungleKing2014 - Montreal, Canada
A great day trip from Yokohama.... great setting - lush mountain backdrops - from bamboo forest, to great little food stalls and really nice cherry blossom and bamboo soft ice cream on a warm day.
6. Haradanien
7. Kiyomizu-dera Temple Otowa Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
8. Nanzenji Suirokaku
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
Reviewed By andreashH9026WH - Jakarta, Indonesia
This beautiful and historic temple can be reached from the nearest subway station, Keage Station on the Tozai Line (about 5 minutes walk) or alternatively you can take a bus from Kyoto Station. On the right side of the temple, you can see a a large brick aqueduct that passes through the temple grounds.
9. Shinmonzendori
10. Philosopher's Walk
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3,186 reviews
This scenic path follows cherry-tree lined canal and is named after a Kyoto University philosopher, Kitaro Nishida, who used it for his daily walk.
Reviewed By kayokots - Kyoto, Japan
This Philosophy way is famous for spring time cherry blossoms along a small brook. One should walk( ca 20mites) before 8.00 am morning toward Ginkaku Temple. Quiet and you will enjoy the way as a philoshopher. listening the murmuring water of the brook and beutifully blooming cherry blossoms over your head.At the end of the street one can visit Ginkaku Temple if you are intesested in visiting temple.
