Kyoto: Gion & Geisha District Night Time Walking Tour

Walk through Kyoto’s famous Geisha District known as Gion. Discover traditional Japanese architectural paths, rich culture behind this iconic site, and perhaps even a geisha or maiko themself.
Step into the elegance and mystique of Kyoto’s most famous district on this immersive Gion walking tour. We begin at Yasaka Shrine, one of Kyoto’s most treasured spiritual landmarks, where you’ll discover its deep ties to the city’s festivals and the refined traditions of geisha culture. From there, we wander into Maruyama Park, Kyoto’s oldest public garden. This peaceful oasis is the perfect place to slow down and soak in Kyoto’s natural grace.

We will stroll along Nene no Michi, a charming stone-paved lane named after the beloved wife of samurai leader Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Flanked by traditional townhouses, cozy teahouses, and artisan shops, it captures the timeless atmosphere of the Higashiyama district, which will lead us to Ninenzaka, a photogenic slope of historic wooden buildings and quaint storefronts that feels like stepping straight into the Kyoto of centuries past.

We then visit Yasui-Konpiragu Shrine, a hidden gem known for its symbolic “Power Stone” archway. Locals and visitors crawl through it to pray for strong bonds or to leave unwanted ties behind—a unique and memorable ritual steeped in tradition.

Our journey continues to Hanamikoji Street, the heart of Gion, where rows of preserved wooden teahouses still host the city’s geiko (Kyoto geisha). Your guide will share insights into the lives, training, and artistry of geiko and maiko, offering a rare glimpse into one of Japan’s most refined and private worlds.

This experience is a journey through Kyoto’s living history—a blend of sacred sites, seasonal beauty, and cultural treasures that reveal the soul of Japan’s most enchanting neighborhood.

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।