10 TOP Things to Do in Kyoto Prefecture (2026 Activity Guide)

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A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.

A busy indoor public space with multiple levels, escalators, and glass railings.

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Things to do

Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest

S$56

per adult

82% of travellers recommend

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

S$66

per adult

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

S$96

per adult

Kyoto: Gion and Geisha District Walking Tour

S$15

per adult

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

S$76

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Kyoto Cultural Walking Tour Small Group: Zen, Inari & Gion

S$69

per adult

Kimono Wearing Experience

S$39

per traveller

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

S$65

per adult

72% of travellers recommend

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Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.

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Where to stay in Kyoto Prefecture

Find the best Kyoto Prefecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

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A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

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Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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