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

★ 4.7 (1,131)

Hozugawa River Boat Ride

★ 4.7 (1,092)

The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

★ 4.3 (28)

Nidec Kyoto Tower: Entry Ticket

★ 4.2 (18)

Nidec Kyoto Tower

★ 4.7 (13)

Toei Kyoto Studio Park

★ 4.0 (13)

Toei Kyoto Studio Park: Entry Ticket

★ 4.0 (13)

Sky Hop Bus Kyoto

★ 3.3 (6)

Hiroshima & Miyajima: Guided Tour from Kyoto or Osaka + Shinkansen & Ferry Ride

★ 5.0 (3)

Kyoto Aquarium: Entry Ticket

★ 5.0 (3)

Kyoto Imperial Palace & Nijo Castle: Guided Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

Gion Kyoto: 3-Hr Small Group Guided Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (1)

Day Trips from Kyoto

★ 5.0

Kyoto Aquarium

★ 5.0

Kyoto City Tours

★ 5.0

Nijo Castle

★ 5.0

Kyoto Bus Tours

★ 4.0

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

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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)