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Free Walking Tours > Kyoto Night Free Walking Tour
Kyoto Night Free Walking Tour
Experience the magic of Kyoto after dark on our Kyoto Night Free Walking Tour. As lanterns light up narrow alleys and shrines glow in the evening, the city reveals a side that daytime visitors rarely see. Guided by a local, you’ll stroll through Gion’s historic geisha district, visit Yasaka Shrine, and learn the stories behind kabuki, geiko, and maiko traditions.
This free night walking tour blends culture, history, and atmosphere, giving you a unique introduction to Kyoto’s nightlife and hidden corners. It’s tip-based, open to all travelers, and the perfect way to discover the enchanting spirit of Japan’s ancient capital under the stars.
Tour Details
Tour Type: Night Tour
Daily: Please Check Tour Schedule
Duration: 2 Hours
Meeting: Izumo-no-Okuni Statue
Tour End: Shijo Ohashi (Shijo Bridge)
Price: Tip Based Tour
Footwear: Comfortable
Language: English, Spanish
Booking Required
Tour Highlights
Meeting Point
Night Tour Meeting Point: Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
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Tour FAQS
How long does the tour last and where does it finish?
Tour will take 2 hours and finish at Shijo Ohashi (Shijo Bridge).
Where does the Kyoto Night Free Walking Tour go?
We will walk around Gion area, which is famous for Geisha. The tour ends at Shijo Bridge, which is easy to access to the train station and the night life area. Read our recent blog post for more info: https://www.kyotolocalized.com/post/kyoto-night-free-walking-tour
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hat/cap, water and a lot of questions – we love those! An umbrella or rain coat during the rainy season.
Do you offer tours in Spanish, German or French?
All of our tours are 100% in English.
Because Japan is not a tipping culture, is tipping to the guide is rude?
All our local guides working very hard to provide the best experiences to you, and well deserve tips for their work. We appreciate your respect and gratuities to our local guides.
Can I show up without booking?
No. We try to manage group in an ideal size of guests. So please book the tour. Also, in some case, we send you email when we cancel the tour due to the weather condition.
I cannot book the tour. Can I just show up and wait for the cancel?
No. We take bookings including additional slots. But we open the last minutes booking one day before the tour.
Do you offer private tours?
No, unfortunately we only offer the open group tours available for booking on our website.
Why are there limited spaces for the Free Walking Tour?
We limit the group sizes for the Free Walking Tour for safety and quality reasons. Walking Kyoto with a big group is not a good idea, and our tour guide cannot offer a great service to our guests.
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Tip Based Tour