Kyoto: Geisha & Gion History Walking Tour
- Chance to Spot a Geisha
- Visit a 1,000-Year-Old Shrine
- See Edo-Period Townhouses
- Get Local Tips & Recommendations
Options
Gion Walking
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Additional Info
Children aged 7+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Group size: 1-19 participant(s)
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Walking shoes
Luggage storage services are not provided
What's included in Kyoto: Geisha & Gion History Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 13:00, 16:00, 19:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, There will be a guide holding a sign that says [Local Guide Stars].Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] Hanamikoji Street, You might spot a Geisha if you're lucky.
- [Attraction/experience] Gion Shirakawa no Yado, The house where a geisha lives
- [Attraction/experience] Yasui Konpiragu, Experience Shinto Worship
- [Attraction/experience] Yasaka Shrine, Visit a 1,000-Year-Old Shrine
- [Attraction/experience] Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda), The most photogenic spot in Kyoto
- [Attraction/experience] Pontocho Park, A historic gourmet street
- [Attraction/experience] Kamo River, A local chill-out spot by the Kamogawa River
- [Return] at McDonald's Shijo Ohashi Store, You can choose to return at the following times: 15:00, 18:00, 21:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
Our Favourites
If you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of a real geisha. With a local expert guide, you won’t just visit famous tourist spots but also explore hidden alleys.
First, we will visit Hanamikoji Street, known as the heart of the geisha district. Here, you will learn about the strict training of geisha, their graceful dances, and the craftsmanship behind their beautiful kimonos and hairstyles, giving you a glimpse into Gion’s traditional culture.
Next, we will walk through quiet backstreets with fewer tourists. These hidden paths lead to small shrines and historical spots.
You will also see wooden townhouses from the Edo period. Your guide will share the stories behind these buildings, allowing you to appreciate Kyoto’s old-town charm and rich history.
Meet
Venues
- Gion
