Kyoto
Things to do in Kyoto
11 attractions in Kyoto with visit length, visitor rating and a live booking price, including Hozugawa River Boat Ride, The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, Nidec Kyoto Tower. Booking ahead saves a wait at the box office.
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What to see in Kyoto
Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Hozugawa River Boat Ride

The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
Nidec Kyoto Tower: Entry Ticket
Nidec Kyoto Tower

Toei Kyoto Studio Park
Toei Kyoto Studio Park: Entry Ticket
Sky Hop Bus Kyoto
Hiroshima & Miyajima: Guided Tour from Kyoto or Osaka + Shinkansen & Ferry Ride
Kyoto Aquarium: Entry Ticket
Kyoto Imperial Palace & Nijo Castle: Guided Walking Tour
Gion Kyoto: 3-Hr Small Group Guided Walking Tour

Day Trips from Kyoto

Kyoto Aquarium

Kyoto City Tours

Nijo Castle

Kyoto Bus Tours
Hiroshima & Miyajima: Guided Tour + Roundtrip Ferry + Optional Bullet Train
Hozugawa Private River Boat Ride
Kintetsu Rail: 1/2/5-Day Pass
Kyoto: 10 Must-See Sights Guided tour
Kyoto: Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour in Japanese
Kyoto: Guided Temples Bus Tour in Japanese
Kyoto: Guided Walking Tour + Kiyomizu-dera & Kōdaiji Temple Entry
Kyoto: Maiko Makeover and Photoshoot Experience
Kyoto: Nijo, Kiyomizudera & Fushimi Inari Guided Tour
Kyoto: Nishiki Market Guided Food Tour

Kyoto Public transport
Kyoto Railway Museum: Entry Ticket

Kyoto Workshops & Classes
Nara Park, Kobe & Osaka: Guided Tour from Kyoto
Sagano Romantic Train: One-Way Ticket
Tickets
Tickets & experiences in Kyoto
Tickets for attractions in Kyoto, booking ahead skips the queue.
Q&A
Answers to your questions
What are the top attractions in Kyoto?
Hozugawa River Boat Ride, The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, Nidec Kyoto Tower are among the highest-rated. The best-rated is Day Trips from Kyoto (5.0/5). The full list is below, sorted by rating.
How much do attraction tickets cost in Kyoto?
It varies by site and by date — small sites run a few euros, major sites and shows cost more. The live price is in each attraction's booking widget. A combined city pass pays off if you visit several sites a day.
Should I book attraction tickets in advance in Kyoto?
In season and at weekends — yes. Popular sites sell timed entry, and booking online saves a queue of half an hour or more. Off-season you can usually buy on the spot.
How many days do you need for Kyoto?
Two to three days covers the main sights. Plan 2–3 attractions a day at an easy pace.
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Sources: Attraction details & ratings: Tiqets · Tickets: GetYourGuide (partner)