Kinkaku-Ji Temple in Kyoto surrounded by trees and reflecting in a pond.
Nijo Castle in Kyoto with stone walls and traditional architecture at sunset.
Nijo Castle traditional architecture in Kyoto during a guided tour.
Nijo Castle garden with pond and traditional Japanese architecture in Kyoto.
Kinkaku-ji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, reflected in a tranquil pond surrounded by lush greenery.

Guided Tour of Nijo Castle And Kinkaku-Ji Temple

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Duration: 4 hours

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Visit the Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-Ji Temple, and the Kyoto Imperial Palace on a 4-hour guided group tour.

Embark on a half-day guided tour of the Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-Ji Temple, and the Kyoto Imperial Palace.

Marvel at two UNESCO World Heritage Sites—the Nijo Castle and the Kinkaku-ji Temple.

Explore the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the former place of residence of the Japanese Imperial Family, or the Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (if the palace is closed).

Enjoy Kyoto’s natural charm and gain insight into the city’s main attractions from your English-speaking guide.

Fun Fact: The Kinkaku-Ji Temple, a Zen temple, is called the Golden Pavilion because the top two stories of the gorgeous pavilion are entirely covered in gold leaf.

Admission into Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-Ji Temple, and Kyoto Imperial Palace

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Kinkaku-Ji Temple in Kyoto surrounded by trees and reflecting in a pond.

Experience the charming temple architecture and the magnificence of Japan's palaces on a 4-hour morning guided group tour.

Witness the Nijo Castle and the Kinkaku-Ji Temple

Visit the impressive Nijo Castle, one of Kyoto's popular landmarks. Next, visit the structures and gardens of the Kinkaku-Ji Temple, also called the Golden Pavilion. Both of these landmarks are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Visit The Imperial Palace

Take in the serene atmosphere and unique interior design of the former residence of the Japanese Imperial family. Also known as Gosho, it is a majestic landmark in the center of Kyoto. It served as the home for Japan's Imperial family for ten centuries until the family left Kyoto in 1868 when the Japanese capital shifted to Tokyo.

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Nijo Castle in Kyoto with stone walls and traditional architecture at sunset.

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Nijo Castle traditional architecture in Kyoto during a guided tour.

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Nijo Castle garden with pond and traditional Japanese architecture in Kyoto.

Timings

  • Daily: 8:30am

Duration

  • 4 hours
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Kinkaku-ji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, reflected in a tranquil pond surrounded by lush greenery.

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