2-Day Kyoto Cultural Escape

Temples, tea, and traditional streets in a quick Kyoto getaway.

Day 1: Historic Higashiyama

  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    Kiyomizu, Higashiyama
    09:00

    Start your day with panoramic views of Kyoto from this UNESCO site.

  • Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka
    Higashiyama
    11:00

    Wander charming streets filled with shops and sweets.

  • Lunch at Okutan
    Maruyama Park
    13:00

    Try Kyoto-style tofu at a traditional vegetarian restaurant.

  • Kodai-ji Temple & Bamboo Grove
    Higashiyama
    14:30

    Peaceful stroll among temple gardens and bamboo paths.

  • Sunset at Yasaka Shrine
    Gion
    17:00

    End the day with a golden-hour visit to a lively shrine.

Day 2: Golden Temple & Arashiyama

  • Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
    Kita Ward
    08:30

    Marvel at the iconic golden temple reflected in its pond.

  • Bamboo Grove Walk
    Arashiyama
    11:30

    Stroll through the surreal and famous bamboo forest.

  • Lunch by the Katsura River
    Arashiyama
    13:00

    Enjoy soba or tempura with a river view.

  • Tenryu-ji Temple Garden
    Arashiyama
    15:00

    Explore one of Kyoto's finest Zen temple gardens.

  • Back to Kyoto Station
    Kyoto Station
    17:00

    Wrap up and head back to your hotel or next destination.