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

Early booking recommended
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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 6 hours
Service animals welcome

For the time and budget-conscious traveler, experience the Gion district with our government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guides.

You'll start your day by meeting your guide at the Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine, the center of Gion. While exploring Gion, your guide will show you the history and culture of geisha―from their kimonos and hairstyles to rules and daily rituals.

You'll walk down the cobbled streets of three Geisha areas in total―Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho―while you listen to stories of Kyoto's ancient past. If you're lucky, you may even spot a geisha on the street!

This short but value-packed trip is a fantastic way of experiencing a side of Kyoto that most tourists do not get to see.

This private tour is a walking day tour with a guide. A private vehicle is not included.

What's included

  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • The pick up/drop off for this tour is on foot.

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • 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.

    Languages spoken by guide

    Japanese
    English

    Additional information

    Wheelchair accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

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

    End point

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

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