Free tour

Gion & Higashiyama Small Group Walking Tour

4.86

Excellent(21)

Kyoto

Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: TravelinGood

PRO

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Registered on 4 March 2025

We are dedicated to sharing the charm of Kyoto with travelers from around the world. All of us are experienced guides who conduct tours not only through GuruWalk but also on several other platforms. Rather than just visiting famous spots, we value communication with travelers — sharing fun facts and answering all sorts of questions about Japan. Since we run our tours in small groups, we believe our guests will have a truly enjoyable experience.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

This tour is limited to a small number of people, so it is easy to ask questions to your guide, and you will have a comfortable time.

Starting from Minamiza Theater as known as landmark in Gion, we will first head to a geisha district.
In this area, you will not only enjoy the traditional streets, but also learn the mysterious rules and trivia of geisha culture from your guide.

Next, you will also have a chance to see a shrine for matchmaking and a beautiful Buddhist pagoda.
Your guide will take your picture there if you want.
You will then continue to explore hidden spots and pathways, and end the tour with a visit to a shrine that is over 1000 years old.

This tour is a great way to gain a better understanding of Kyoto's traditional streets and local culture.
Let us help you make wonderful memories in Kyoto!

Feel free to send me a message if you need more slots!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

京都市東山区四条大橋東詰, Nakanochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0075, Japan

Your guide will be in front of the Minamiza Theater with a board that says “TravelinGood”.

Outside visit

Hanamikoji Street

Outside visit

Gion Corner

You do not have to be a local to see a geisha or maiko show at this theater.

Free entry

Yasui Kompira-gū Shrine

There is a god of matchmaking here.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).