Kyoto Gion Night Tour: Discover Geisha District and Hidden Gems
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
5515036P14
Overview
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Professional Photos will be Taken During the Tour!
- Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
- Admission Fees for All Temples and Shrines
Not included
- Food and Drinks
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary
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1
Hanamikoji Street
Hanami-koji is a famous street in Kyoto's Gion district where you may have the chance to encounter geisha and maiko. Known for its traditional teahouses, historic ambiance, and wooden machiya houses, it offers a glimpse into Kyoto's elegant past and geisha culture.
10 min Admission free -
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Gion
Gion is Kyoto’s most famous geisha district, known for its traditional wooden machiya houses, teahouses, and preserved historic streets. It’s a place where visitors can experience the charm of old Kyoto and sometimes catch a glimpse of a geisha or maiko on their way to an evening engagement.
20 min Admission free -
3
Yasui-Konpiragu
Yasui Konpira Shrine in Kyoto is known as one of Japan's most powerful shrines for severing bad relationships. Visitors come to the shrine to pray for the end of negative ties and to find new, positive connections.
10 min Admission free -
4
Yasaka Pagoda
Yasaka Pagoda(Hokanji temple) is one of the oldest wooden structures in Japan. Its overwhelming scale makes it hard to believe that it was built without using nails. It is undoubtedly a symbol of Kyoto.
15 min Admission free -
5
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Ninnen-zaka is a traditional stone-paved path lined with souvenir shops and restaurants housed in historic wooden buildings. Walking along this street feels like stepping back in time.
20 min Admission free -
6
Yasaka-Jinja
Our final destination is Yasaka Shrine, the headquarters of 2,300 related shrines throughout Japan. This historic shrine, dedicated to the gods of prosperity and protection, has been a vital part of Kyoto's cultural heritage for centuries.
15 min Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Everyone meets at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is designed as a WALKING experience, plenty of time on foot to explore Kyoto.
- If you are late for the meeting time, you will not be able to join the tour or receive a refund.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
A lovely evening and introduction to Gion and Geisha culture! My kids were totally engaged (ages 14 and 16) and we saw so much in 1.5 hours! Highly recommend!
We had such a wonderful tour! Mariko is so great! We learned a lot and she quickly moved us thru so many great spots in Gion!!
This was a lovely introductory tour of Gion area in the evening as less crowded than during the day. Our guide took us to lovely photo spots
Ikki was fantastic! So kind and knowledgable, we learned so much on our tour and will never forget the moments we spent in Gion - we even got to see a genuine Geisha and, a few minutes later, a Maiko! Apparently, that's rare. I will say the walking was a bit much for me with an achilles injury, but I did it and would do it again - just be aware that it truly is 2 1/2 hours of walking both up and down and all over (minus the 10 minutes on the subway). As a family, we highly recommend Ikki and Otaku Hopper tours!
We had an amazing time on the Kyoto geisha night tour. Our guide, Yui, was really friendly, knowledgeable and down to earth, which made the whole experience really enjoyable. Thanks again!
Great English. Very kind person and knowledgeable.
My wife and I had a great experience on this tour!! Ikki was a wonderful tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and knew the answers to any and every question posed by the group. Would highly recommend as a way to see Gion, since the area is less populated at night.
Booked this free, English-language walking tour with Kyoto Localized for our first night in the city. Den was a great guide - providing a fantastic history of the Gion district and the culture of Geisha's both past and present. As someone who had no knowledge of the Geisha profession before the tour, I now feel like I have a great understanding of what it's like for the girls and what the tea room culture means. Den was great at answering questions from the group and also covered some interesting bits of knowledge beyond the topic of Geishas as it related to what we saw along the route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 1h 30m.
Is hotel pickup included?
Everyone meets at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 18:30
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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