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Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Kyoto: A 4-Day Itinerary

Andrea Rebeca Lopez Alarcon

Andrea Rebeca Lopez Alarcon

3 Oct 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Kyoto's cultural wonders with this 4-day itinerary. Explore ancient shrines, vibrant markets, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1
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$45

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$ 4

Kyoto Gion YASAKA SHRINE
This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
7 - 10 min

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Kyoto Katsugyu (京都勝牛 清水五条坂店)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
Day 2
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$27

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$ 4

Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Tō-ji Temple
Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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Mr. Gyoza (ミスター・ギョーザ)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
Day 3
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$41

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$ 8

Byōdō-in Temple
Tours are offered of this iconic temple with a scenic pond & garden, plus a building with artifacts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
44 - 53 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
3 - 4 min

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Mamemasa (豆政)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
Day 4
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$8

Kyoto Imperial Palace
Palace complex & former Imperial family residence reconstructed in 1855, with gardens & gates.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Toraya Karyo (虎屋菓寮 京都一条店)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $136 In total

Activities & Food:$121
Transport:$15