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Gion and Fushimi Inari Shrine Kyoto Highlights with Government Licensed Guide

Gion and Fushimi Inari Shrine Kyoto Highlights with Government-Licensed Guide

Kyoto, Japan
  • 6 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Exploring the narrow alleyways of Kyoto’s Geisha District—Gion can be daunting for a first-time visitor. Eliminate the worry of getting lost by going on a guided tour. It’s a great way to discover hidden places that locals love, and to hear about Kyoto’s ancient past. Highlights include learning about Geisha culture and rituals, and visiting Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho.
  • Great choice for travelers interested in learning about Geisha culture
  • Save time—see Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho in one evening
  • Discover the best of Gion with a guide so you don’t get lost
  • See Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine and other historic landmarks

What's Included

  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • The pick up/drop off for this tour is on foot.
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of
  • Private Vehicle
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Tatsumi-jinja Shrine (Tatsumi Dai-myojin)
    59 Motoyoshichō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0087, Japan

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Gion (Pass By)

Gion Shirakawa (Pass By)

Yasaka Shrine

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kennin-ji Temple

1 minute • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews

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Wonderful Gion evening...
Marona_M, Mar 2022
Wonderful Gion evening tour! We had a great night with our friends taking great pictures during the tour and getting to know the history of Gion district, the difference between Maiko and Geiko. Very informative tour! specially we had an awesome tour guide name: Mari san! Thank you so much!
Response from Host, Mar 2022
We appreciate for choosing our experience and taking your time to leave us the honest feedback. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour with your guide. We are Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Sincerely yours, Japan Guide Agency
Interesting walk in fascinating neighbourhood
Veronica K, Nov 2019
A nice guided walk in a pretty neighbourhood with a lot of history. Informative guide and nice small group size which makes it easy to hear and follow. Recommended!
Response from Host, Nov 2019
Thank you so much for your nice comment! I'm really glad that I could be of help in visiting the Gion area and enjoying its very Kyoto unique atmosphere,and it was lucky that we could spot several Maiko and Geiko unexpectedly during the tour. It was a great pleasure to spend time with you. Thank you again for choosing us.
GIon walking tour
Clive E, Oct 2019
The first words our guide said to us was , I am 10 minutes late but your watch will say 15 minutes. we walked for 5 minutes and she directed us to a starbucks, and asked if we would like a coffee. We walked straight to a geisha show that we were expected to pay extra for ( late so we couldn't watch it anyway ) so the 2 hour tour lasted 40 minutes at best. Very poor, not recommended.
Response from Host, Nov 2019
Hi customer, You may post your review on wrong tour, we are NOT providing such a program your review describe. Our tour is only for an hour and NOT including geisha show. Of course there are no star bucks on our tour route. We are so sorry for your terrible experience and hope you join our tour next time. Looking forward to seeing you!
Una dolce signora vi guiderà per le vie di Gion
Diego_T, Aug 2019
Una signora molto gentile ci ha spiegato qual'é il percorso di studio per diventare geisha, facendo una tappa nel vicino santuario shintoista e una veloce sosta per un piccolo assaggio di dolci locali. Purtroppo quella sera non abbiamo incrociato geisha o maiko ma é stata comunque una gradevole passeggiata.
Response from Host, Nov 2019
Thank you so much for your nice comment! I'm really glad that I could be of help in visiting the Gion area and enjoying its very Kyoto unique atmosphere,and it was lucky that we could spot several Maiko and Geiko unexpectedly during the tour. It was a great pleasure to spend time with you. Thank you again for choosing us.

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