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Recommendations - Itineraries

How To Spend 24 Hours in Japan’s Former Imperial Capital

How To Spend 24 Hours in Japan’s Former Imperial Capital image
Recommendations - Attractions

An Insider’s Guide to the Best Museums in Kyoto

An Insider’s Guide to the Best Museums in Kyoto image
Inspiration - Why go here

How to Spend 48 Hours in Kyoto

How to Spend 48 Hours in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Outdoors

The Most Beautiful Traditional Japanese Gardens in Kyoto

The Most Beautiful Traditional Japanese Gardens in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Bars

Queer Nightlife: The Best LGBTQ Bars and Clubs in Kyoto

Queer Nightlife: The Best LGBTQ Bars and Clubs in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Attractions

11 Best Things to Do in Kyoto

11 Best Things to Do in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Outdoors

10 Unusual and Exciting Tours and Tasting Experiences in Kyoto

10 Unusual and Exciting Tours and Tasting Experiences in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Itineraries

A Solo Traveller's Guide to Kyoto

A Solo Travellers Guide to Kyoto image
Recommendations - Hotels

The Best Luxury Hotels to Book in Kyoto, Japan

The Best Luxury Hotels to Book in Kyoto, Japan image

Food & Drink

Explore the local culinary scene, from breakfast to Michelin-starred restaurants. Sip cocktails, savor desserts, and discover the best local markets.

Explore the local culinary scene, from breakfast to Michelin-starred restaurants. Sip cocktails, savor desserts, and discover the best local markets.

Recommendations - Bars

Queer Nightlife: The Best LGBTQ Bars and Clubs in Kyoto

Queer Nightlife: The Best LGBTQ Bars and Clubs in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Restaurants

Top 10 Must-Try Local Restaurants in Kyoto, Japan

Top 10 Must-Try Local Restaurants in Kyoto, Japan image
Recommendations - Restaurants

An Insider's Guide to the Best Indian Restaurants in Kyoto

An Insiders Guide to the Best Indian Restaurants in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Restaurants

Kyoto Cheap Eats: The Best Budget Restaurants

Kyoto Cheap Eats: The Best Budget Restaurants image
Recommendations - Restaurants

Where To Find The Best Sushi in Kyoto

Where To Find The Best Sushi in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Restaurants

The Regional Specialties You Must Eat in Kyoto

The Regional Specialties You Must Eat in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Restaurants

An Insider's Guide to the Best Italian Restaurants in Kyoto

An Insiders Guide to the Best Italian Restaurants in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Cafes

An Expert's Guide to the Must-Visit Cafés and Coffee Shops in Kyoto

An Experts Guide to the Must-Visit Cafés and Coffee Shops in Kyoto image
Planning - Vegetarian

Incredible Vegan Restaurants in Kyoto

Incredible Vegan Restaurants in Kyoto image

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Things To Do

Plan your sightseeing and activities with our recommendations. Explore attractions, book tours, and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Plan your sightseeing and activities with our recommendations. Explore attractions, book tours, and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Recommendations - Attractions

An Insider’s Guide to the Best Museums in Kyoto

An Insider’s Guide to the Best Museums in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Outdoors

The Most Beautiful Traditional Japanese Gardens in Kyoto

The Most Beautiful Traditional Japanese Gardens in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Attractions

11 Best Things to Do in Kyoto

11 Best Things to Do in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Outdoors

10 Unusual and Exciting Tours and Tasting Experiences in Kyoto

10 Unusual and Exciting Tours and Tasting Experiences in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Experiences

13 Reasons to Visit Kyoto, Japan

13 Reasons to Visit Kyoto, Japan image
Recommendations - Attractions

An Insider's Guide to the Best Art Museums and Galleries in Kyoto

An Insiders Guide to the Best Art Museums and Galleries in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Outdoors

Peaceful Forests and Sparkling Streams: The Best Day Hikes in Kyoto

Peaceful Forests and Sparkling Streams: The Best Day Hikes in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Outdoors

Where To Find the Best Waterfalls in Kyoto Prefecture

Where To Find the Best Waterfalls in Kyoto Prefecture image
Recommendations - Outdoors

Tea Ceremonies and Sake Sampling: Get to the Heart of Kyoto With These Experiences

Tea Ceremonies and Sake Sampling: Get to the Heart of Kyoto With These Experiences image

Places To Stay

Find the perfect place to stay. Whether you prefer boutique hotels, luxury resorts, or budget hostels, we have recommendations for you.

Find the perfect place to stay. Whether you prefer boutique hotels, luxury resorts, or budget hostels, we have recommendations for you.

Recommendations - Hotels

The Best Luxury Hotels to Book in Kyoto, Japan

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Recommendations - Hotels

Top Places To Stay on a Budget in Kyoto

Top Places To Stay on a Budget in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Hostels

The Best Hostels to Book in Kyoto

The Best Hostels to Book in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Hotels

The Best Cheap Hotels in Kyoto

The Best Cheap Hotels in Kyoto image
Recommendations - Hotels

The Best Capsule Hotels to Book in Kyoto, Japan

The Best Capsule Hotels to Book in Kyoto, Japan image
Recommendations - Hotels

The Best Hotels in Kyoto, Japan, for Every Traveller

The Best Hotels in Kyoto, Japan, for Every Traveller image
Recommendations - Hotels

Where to Book Your Stay in Kyoto, Japan, for a Local Experience

Where to Book Your Stay in Kyoto, Japan, for a Local Experience image
Recommendations - Hotels

Hip Apartments in Kyoto, Japan, You'll Want to Call Home

Hip Apartments in Kyoto, Japan, Youll Want to Call Home image
Recommendations - Hotels

The Best Spa Hotels in Kyoto, Japan

The Best Spa Hotels in Kyoto, Japan image

Guides & Tips

Get expert guidance for your trip. From tips on packing to cultural etiquette, our travel advice will help you make the most of your journey.

Get expert guidance for your trip. From tips on packing to cultural etiquette, our travel advice will help you make the most of your journey.

Recommendations - Itineraries

How To Spend 24 Hours in Japan’s Former Imperial Capital

How To Spend 24 Hours in Japan’s Former Imperial Capital image
Recommendations - Itineraries

A Solo Traveller's Guide to Kyoto

A Solo Travellers Guide to Kyoto image

Culture

Immerse yourself in the local arts, literature, and design. Explore the cultural fabric of the destination through art, literature, and design.

Immerse yourself in the local arts, literature, and design. Explore the cultural fabric of the destination through art, literature, and design.

Stories - Culture

Kodo: The Japanese Art of Incense Listening

Kodo: The Japanese Art of Incense Listening image

Inspiration

Get inspired to travel. Explore LGBTQ+ travel experiences, hidden stories, and the unique attractions that make a destination worth visiting.

Get inspired to travel. Explore LGBTQ+ travel experiences, hidden stories, and the unique attractions that make a destination worth visiting.

Inspiration - Why go here

How to Spend 48 Hours in Kyoto

How to Spend 48 Hours in Kyoto image
Stories - Geography

Where To Stay in Kyoto: A Guide to the City's Coolest Neighbourhoods

Where To Stay in Kyoto: A Guide to the Citys Coolest Neighbourhoods image