Kiyomizudera, Higashiyama and Yasaka Shrine Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover some of Kyoto’s best temples and shrines in this 3-hour tour
Visit the iconic Kiyomizudera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
See the stunning gardens and interiors of the Kodaiji Temple
Learn about Shinto history and culture when at the Yasaka Shrine
Stroll along Murayama Park, known for its famed cherry blossom tree
Marvel at the magnificent Chion-in Temple Sanmon Gate
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
tart with a bang at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kiyomizudera Temple, one of the most iconic architectural landmarks of Kyoto. Learn about Kannon, the deity of peace and mercy, and the sacred blue dragon (seiryuu) as you take in the panoramic views.
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
This area is lined with old shops and traditional architecture.
Options
Private Tour in French
Private Tour in French: Select this option for a Private tour with a French Guide. Entrance fees are included.
Private Tour in Spanish
Private Tour in Spanish: Select this option for a Private tour with an Spanish Guide. Entrance fees included.
Private Tour
Small Group Tour
Join In Tour: Meeting Point
What‘s Included
English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees (Kiyomizudera and Kodaiji Temple)
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and other drinks
Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Tour
Tim C,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Kenichi. He was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and a pleasure to spend time with throughout our three-hour tour. We learned a great deal, had a lot of fun, and truly enjoyed the experience. Highly recommended!
Fantastic
Jared W,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience, very informative and well-versed guide. Self paced with reviews of temples and shrines with some shopping along the way. Would highly recommend as a Kyoto orientation
Top experience
Inge R,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rafael was an amazing privid guide who showed us the top highlights. very friendly, relaxed and informative! We highly recommend the tour as you see so much, learn so much in a short amount of time!
Visit to Gion with Alex.
Daydream35828929930,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit to Gion with Alex was excellent; everything about the tour and his explanations was super interesting, along with all his recommendations. Very patient with children and the elderly.
Great historic district tour
Alexa W,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Took a very interesting private tour with Chen.. We started at Kiyomizu derma followed by Kodai-ji temple, a park and Yasuka shrine. I learned a lot and am so glad we went. I recommend this tour.
Jasmine tour guide
336madisonk,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did our guided tour with Jasmine, she was absolutely amazing, very informative and answered every question we had. I would highly highly recommend Jasmine as your tour guide. Gives you time to go into shops, toilet breaks and she does not rush you at all with this! When we come back to Kyoto and do another tour we will be picking Jasmine to guide us around. She was so amazing we ended up booking another tour the next day with her 11/10
Great service
Y660YFroseb,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience, Alex very nice and with great knowledge
An excellent itinerary for those who want to explore Kyoto by area and maximize their travel time
G721ESpilarb,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Before discovering this tour, my partner and I were frustrated because we couldn't find a guided tour that met our needs in terms of locations (we weren't interested in visiting the main monuments in a single day, we wanted to explore Kyoto by areas to make the most of our time and to avoid going from one crowded attraction to another). So we were very happy to come across this tour of the Higashiyama area. The start time for the activity was excellent, as it wasn't too crowded but we didn't have to get up too early. We visited well-known monuments such as Kiyomizudera Temple, but also others that are perhaps less familiar to foreigners, which were less crowded, resulting in an interesting contrast. One thing to mention is that we did the private tour with Claudia, who offered us a really well-planned and enjoyable route. You can tell she's smart and knowledgeable, plus we thought she seemed quite welcoming. Thanks to her, we stumbled upon a great spot to eat dango, and she also gave us some awesome recommendations for restaurants and other monuments to visit.
Amazing tour
DayTrip12033138162,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved the tour that Alex gave us, it has very good content in its tour and we recommend it to 100, apart gave us tips and we were delighted with its Service.
Rewarding Experience!!
johnny travelexpert,Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the second day of my trip and I booked this tour to visit the famous kiyomizudera temple. The guide gives me a lot of information about the differents shrines and answers all my questions on various things. He is like a walking encyclopedia! I am glad I book the tour, I wouldn’t have learnt so much about Kyoto.
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