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Discover the Magic of Kyoto: A 9-Day Adventure

Azalee Aguilar

Azalee Aguilar

16 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the enchanting city of Kyoto, Japan. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, explore historic landmarks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1
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$14

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$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Directions

Sannenzaka
Bustling pedestrian street on a hill lined with souvenir stalls & traditional Japanese architecture.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Hanamikoji Street
Historic district with traditional buildings, kimono shops, restaurants & geisha.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Gion Matsudaya (寿し 祇園 松田屋)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
+

$18

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$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
SOWGEN
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
+

$6

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$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Directions

Kyoto Imperial Park
Landscaped grounds with cherry blossoms & a stream, plus former imperial palace structures & events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Toraya Karyo (虎屋菓寮 京都一条店)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
+

$34

·

$ 4

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
Café Tyrol (喫茶チロル)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
+

$6

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$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

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
Toraya Karyo (虎屋菓寮 京都一条店)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
+

$45

·

$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Directions

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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$25
京ちゃばな 京都駅前店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
+

$31

·

$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

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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$13
嵐山 みっふぃー 桜きっちん
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
+

$31

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$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Kyoto Aquarium
This modern aquarium with 9 zones features a giant salamander, penguins & seals, plus dolphin shows.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
魚河岸宮武
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 9
+

$35

·

$ 8

114 Nishikiōmiyachō

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Directions

Kyoto National Museum
Long-running museum with Japanese sculptures, paintings, calligraphy & metalwork, plus a cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
Shimizu Ippoen (清水一芳園 京都本店)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $283 In total

Activities & Food:$220
Transport:$64