Join a guided walking of the Gion district of Kyoto and learn bout the mysterious lives of the Geisha. Explore charming lantern-lit cobblestoned streets in a historic district of the city.

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Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

Take a peek into the world of the Geisha, the living legacies of Kyoto
Wander through the quiet alleyways and visit a shinto shrine and a Zen temple
Get insights into the local culture and customs of the entertainment districts, both traditional and modern

Full description

Explore Gion, the centuries-old entertainment district of Kyoto, which truly comes alive at night. With your guide, learn about the customs of the geisha and the apprentice maiko. You may catch a glimpse of a few of the women in full costume. Walk through the narrow streets with the lanterns flickering on the wooden buildings. Enjoy a night visit to a Shinto shrine, with a beautifully lit pagoda. Wander through the grounds of a Zen temple in the tranquil calm of the night. Learn more about the modern history of the entertainment district from your guide.

Includes

Guided walk of the Gion District
Bilingual guide

Food and drinks

Covid-19 precautions

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts.

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Kyoto: 2-Hour Gion Geisha District Tour

Kyoto: 2-Hour Gion Geisha District Tour

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