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A curated collection of the city’s top-rated tours, iconic attractions, and unmissable things to do.
Discover the best things to do in Kyoto

Top experiences in Kyoto

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Sagano Romantic Train passing cherry blossoms and river in scenic landscape.
Sagano Romantic Train Ticket: Saga to/from Kameoka
Sagano Romantic Train
¥880
Sagano Romantic Train Ticket: Saga to/from Kameoka. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 36 ratings.From ¥880
Sumo wrestler crouching, focused on opponent in a crowded arena, Japan.
Grand Sumo Tournament with Reserved Seats & Expert English Guide · Ryōgoku Kokugikan
Grand Sumo Tournament Tickets In Japan
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¥27,800
Grand Sumo Tournament with Reserved Seats & Expert English Guide · Ryōgoku Kokugikan. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings.From ¥27,800
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Sumo wrestlers practicing at a Tokyo stable during morning training session.
The Classic Sumo Show — Live Bouts, Q&A with Wrestlers & Souvenir Photo · Shinjuku
Sumo Wrestling In Tokyo
¥10,792
The Classic Sumo Show — Live Bouts, Q&A with Wrestlers & Souvenir Photo · Shinjuku. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 ratings.From ¥10,792
Sky Hop Bus passing a large red torii gate in Kyoto.
Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Hop-on Hop-off Tours Kyoto
from
¥4,300
Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 254 ratings.From ¥4,300
Selling out fast
Kimono-clad women participating in a tea ceremony at a traditional Japanese house.
Kyoto Gion Area: Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Orizuruya
Tea Ceremony In Kyoto
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¥7,700
Kyoto Gion Area: Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Orizuruya. Rated 5 out of 5 from 3 ratings.From ¥7,700
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Deer grazing in Nara Park, Japan, with lush green trees in the background.
Kyoto & Nara Guided Tour: Temples, Deer Park & Timeless Icons from Osaka/Kyoto
Kyoto Day Tours
¥10,000
¥8,000
20% off
Kyoto & Nara Guided Tour: Temples, Deer Park & Timeless Icons from Osaka/Kyoto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 36 ratings.From ¥8,000
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Participants in traditional attire at a Japanese tea ceremony, learning matcha-making techniques.
Kyoto Kinkaku-ji Area: Matcha Making & Tea Ceremony
Tea Ceremony In Kyoto
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¥3,500
Kyoto Kinkaku-ji Area: Matcha Making & Tea Ceremony. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings.From ¥3,500
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Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, surrounded by trees and reflecting in a pond, Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto Heritage Guided Tour: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Kiyomizu-dera on Luxury Coach with Optional Lunch
Kyoto Day Tours
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¥19,000
Kyoto Heritage Guided Tour: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Kiyomizu-dera on Luxury Coach with Optional Lunch. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings.From ¥19,000
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Couple in traditional kimonos at Kyoto Kimono Rental Yumeyakata.
Kimono Photoshoot in a Traditional Kyoto Machiya House
Kimono Rentals in Kyoto
¥8,305

Price varies by group size

Kimono Photoshoot in a Traditional Kyoto Machiya House. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From ¥8,305
Sumo wrestlers grappling at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
Tokyo: Premium Sumo Show with Wagyu Dinner, Unlimited Drinks & Geisha Dance in Asakusa
Sumo Wrestling In Tokyo
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¥16,000
Tokyo: Premium Sumo Show with Wagyu Dinner, Unlimited Drinks & Geisha Dance in Asakusa. Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.From ¥16,000
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Sumo wrestlers competing at The Sumo Hall Hirakuza in Osaka.
The Sumo Hall Hirakuza Osaka Admission Ticket
Sumo Wrestling In Osaka Tickets
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¥14,500
The Sumo Hall Hirakuza Osaka Admission Ticket. Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.From ¥14,500
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Wagashi sweet with matcha tea on a wooden tray, Japan.
Tokyo: Tea Ceremony Experience with Seasonal Wagashi Sweets
Tea Ceremony In Tokyo
¥6,000
Tokyo: Tea Ceremony Experience with Seasonal Wagashi Sweets. Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.From ¥6,000

Top things to do in Kyoto

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Must do things in Kyoto

Kyoto Tower

1Kyoto Tower

Get a fresh perspective on Kyoto city's renowned attractions, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Toji Temple, and Chion-in Temple, as well as glimpses of Osaka from the Kyoto Tower observation deck.
Sagano Romantic Train

2Sagano Romantic Train

On a scenic train ride between Saga and Kameoka, enjoy unparalleled views of nature's changing colors, from rusty brown and red in autumn to bright pink and lush green in spring. Sagano Romantic Train will take you on a picturesque ride that will leave a surreal impression of Japan in your mind.
Kyoto Railway Museum

3Kyoto Railway Museum

Explore Japan's train and railway history at the Kyoto Railway Museum. From steam locomotives to Shinkansen bullet trains, discover an impressive collection of trains at the museum.
Nijo Castle Tickets

4Nijo Castle Tickets

Enjoy a visit to the beautiful Nijo Castle and learn about Japan's fascinating culture and history. Get the chance to stroll through the castle's beautiful gardens as well

What our guests say

Joanna P

Poland
Couple
3 weeks ago
I loved all ceremony from the beginning to the end. We are in love with the lady who was the instructor of macha preparation :) Also calligraphy was very interesting and we were enjoying it a lot. In resume, everything was perfect!

Kyoto Gion Area: Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Orizuruya

Emma W

United Kingdom
Group
Apr 2026
Really great fun - you get a mix of seeing training styles and some bouts at the end too. Audience members can go in a ballot to participate. The snack bag was a good souvenir.

The Sumo Hall Hirakuza Osaka Admission Ticket

Richard C

France
Group
Mar 2026
Very easy to use. Convenient to be able to view tickets without an internet connection.“You just need to download the app—it’s very quick, and the tickets are easily accessible. The staff on site can scan them quickly, which helps avoid unnecessary queues at the ticket counters.

Nidec Kyoto Tower Tickets

Andre C

Portugal
Solo
Mar 2026

+3 more

I liked to preparation of the trip . The tourist guide Joanna cared well of all of us sending WhatsApp message regarding the ponctuality

Kyoto Guided Tour: Bamboo Grove, Shrines & Nara Park from Osaka

Claudine H

United States
Couple
Mar 2026
I loved when they dressed us up so professionally and the pictures were great and there was this girl a worker and she explained to us the traditional things and we did the tea ceremony it was so fun we had a great time!

Kyoto Imperial Palace Area: Kimono Tea Ceremony in a 140-Year-Old Machiya

Emma B

France
Solo
Dec 2025

+2 more

A superb experience with a very warm welcome. The host was passionate and very attentive, taking the time to explain everything to us. I highly recommend this address!

Tokyo: Kimono, Matcha and Tea Ceremony Experience

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