A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places
The Ultimate Kyoto Tour:
Explore Kyoto’s top sights in just a few hours! We’ll visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple, walk through the bamboo grove at Kodaiji, see a 1,000-year-old shrine, learn about Japanese geishas in Gion, and even have time for beautiful photos and shopping along the way. It’s a family-friendly tour for all ages, with a relaxing pace and scenic walk.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Disney Store Kyoto
- Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi ディズニーストア 京都四条河原町店
Kamogawa River
Walk across the largest river in Kyoto City, which separates the “New Kyoto” and the “Old Kyoto”. The river is also one of the most famous and scenic sites of Kyoto.
Shirakawa Canal
Beautiful path with cherry blossoms, maple trees, willow trees and traditional townhouses.
Hanami-koji Geisha Street
The heart of the Gion geisha district, known for its wooden teahouses and the chance to spot a geisha or maiko. Here is where we will learn all about the geisha culture.
Yasui Kompiragu Shrine
A famous local shrine known for a powerful wishing stone. Many locals visit here daily, here is where we will learn about the religions in Kyoto.
Yasaka Pagoda Tower
The famous landmark of Kyoto, majestic wooden tower about 50 meters tall. One of the tallest and oldest towers in Kyoto.
Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka
Walk down the 1200 year old ancient path with architectures of the Edo Period.
Historic streets full of traditional charm, souvenir shops, and local restaurants.
Kiyomizu Dera Temple
Most iconic attraction in Kyoto, also a UNESCO world heritage site.
It is famous for its wooden stage, built 13 meters above the hillside, offering a breathtaking view of Kyoto city.
Kodaiji Temple and Bamboo Grove
Kodaiji is a zen temple with peaceful Japanese gardens, bamboo grove, and a romantic history. It was founded more than a thousand years ago by one of the most influential leaders in Japan.
Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine is the biggest and most important shrine in the Gion district of Kyoto. Here is where we will learn about the festivals and celebrations in Kyoto, hosted by this majestic shrine for 1000 years.
Maruyama Park
We will end the tour in a beautiful local park with an 80 year old weeping cherry blossom tree. Expect a special festival hosted here during cherry blossom season, and colorful maple during autumn.
Ending Point
Maruyama Park, Gion area
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
• Guide Fee
• Local snack “yatsuhashi”
• Entrance ticket for Kiyomizu-dera temple
• Entrance ticket for Kodaiji Temple
• Hotel Pick Up
Tour Important Information
• Duration: Approx. 5 hours on foot (with breaks)
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Bring water, sunscreen, or a hat depending on the weather
• Bring cash, as some shops/restaurants are cash only
• Tour runs rain or shine, so pack an umbrella just in case
• Restaurant recommendations available at the end
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Jasmine L.
Hi, I’m Jasmine! I am a friendly, multilingual guide based in Kyoto.
My tours are perfect for families with children and easy-paced for elderly guests. I offer warm, personal experiences filled with fun stories, local delights, and hidden gems you won’t find in guidebooks. Let’s explore Kyoto together!
Reviews
Jason L.
“An Amazing Day in Kyoto!”
Our group had such an outstanding time with Jasmine. She was extremely kind, knowledgeable and enthusiastic during our time together. We began our tour with a visit to Hanami-koji Geisha Street where we had the good luck of seeing two maiko. Jasmine provided a very informative talk on the geisha and the tea houses in Kyoto. Later in the day we visited Yasaka Pagoda Tower, Kiyomizu Dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine. Jasmine did an wonderful job of pointing out the significance of each location. Along the way we stopped for several snacks, including the refreshing pickle on a stick, and a couple of shopping trips to purchase souvenirs unique to Kyoto. Jasmine's knowledge of and her pride in Kyoto made the tour one that exceeded our expectations. Thank you Jasmine!
Kendall R.
“Wonderful day with Jasmine”
We had a fantastic experience on our tour with Jasmine and highly recommend her. Her communication ahead of time was great, and she was incredibly flexible, allowing us to extend our tour to include the Nishiki Food Market. We put in almost 20,000 steps making it to all the sites (and somehow she did all of this without even breaking a sweat!), which was exactly the great, efficient pace we wanted to see a lot. Jasmine guided us through a large variety of temples and landmarks around the Gion area, always knowing the best routes to maximize our time. At the same time, she was flexible enough to allow for shopping and snack breaks for the kids, who really enjoyed having her as our guide. At our request, Jasmine answered all of our questions about Japanese culture and customs, dispelling some myths and helping us be more culturally aware and sensitive. We also appreciated the history she shared at each stop and the great spots she suggested for family photos. If you want a knowledgeable, accommodating guide for the whole family, definitely book with Jasmine.
Tammy W.
“An Incredible Family Day in Kyoto with Jasmine”
Our “Family Day in Kyoto: All the Best Places” tour with Jasmine was unforgettable. She is young, fun, and absolutely overflowing with knowledge about her hometown. Her passion is infectious, she introduced us to foods, places, and cultural insights we never would have discovered on our own. Jasmine is a true professional who takes her role seriously, yet keeps the day light, engaging, and full of energy. She even brought props to help us understand the history and traditions, which made everything come alive. We are so grateful for the experience she created for us. She made Kyoto feel personal and special. Thanks Tammy & Kim
$281/ per group
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