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Discover the Magic of Kyoto: A 4-Day Itinerary

Alicia Ruiz

Alicia Ruiz

10 Oct 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Kyoto's iconic landmarks and hidden gems with this 4-day itinerary. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, breathtaking temples, and delectable cuisine of Kyoto, Japan.

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1
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$164

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$ 23

Minn Nijo-jo

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Kyoto Tower
Tower with an observation deck offering binoculars & touch-screen guides, plus a food court.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$50
7 - 10 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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$50
阿古屋茶屋
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$64
Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$102

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$ 23

Minn Nijo-jo

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
40 - 48 min

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Kifune Shrine
Intimate Shinto shrine with a verdant mountainside setting, reached by a lantern-lined path.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
5 - 8 min

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Kōdai-ji Temple
Serene setting with a Buddhist temple & gardens, plus tea houses & seasonal light festivals.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
石塀小路豆ちゃ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$114

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$ 30

Minn Nijo-jo

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Popular area atop Mt. Arashiyama for viewing wild macaque monkeys & sweeping city views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
Seigen-in (西源院)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$64
Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$85

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$ 23

Minn Nijo-jo

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Shrine with 10th-century origins featuring annual festivals to mark natural & historical events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
2 - 3 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Inafuku (稲福)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
Minn Nijo-jo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $562 In total

Activities & Food:$465
Transport:$97