Kyoto · Castle / fortress

Kyoto Imperial Palace

TypeCastle / fortress
Address3
EntryPaid

Mon–Sun 09:00-21:00

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What's around

The location — what's nearby

Getting here

  • Imadegawa533 m · 7 min walk

Attractions & museums within walking distance

  • Shunkō Hall132 m · 2 min walk
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace Entrance143 m · 2 min walk
  • Kogo Gutsune Goten153 m · 2 min walk
  • Higyōsha198 m · 2 min walk
  • 京都御所248 m · 3 min walk
  • Sento Imperial Palace503 m · 6 min walk

Parks & gardens nearby

  • Kemari Garden61 m · 1 min walk
  • Oike Garden77 m · 1 min walk
  • Gonai Garden85 m · 1 min walk

Essentials

  • ATM · Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank485 m · 6 min walk
  • supermarket · FamilyMart508 m · 6 min walk
  • supermarket · Yamazaki Shop511 m · 6 min walk

Straight-line distances; walking time is estimated. Places from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked.

Tickets & tours

Attraction tickets in Kyoto

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Getting there

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Q&A

Answers to your questions

How do I get to Kyoto Imperial Palace?
Kyoto Imperial Palace is at 3. The nearest transport stop is below, under "What's around".
When is Kyoto Imperial Palace open?
Mon–Sun 09:00-21:00
Is there an entry fee?
There may be an entry fee. Check tickets below, or the official site.
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Sources: Place details: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked · Wikidata: Q1202239