Best sights in Kyoto
A planning-minded collection of Kyoto's strongest architecture, culture, historic places, parks, markets, and waterfront anchors — selected from the city's existing Sortie inventory.
Start with the headline architecture, then add one museum, historic area, or outdoor block to give each day a different rhythm.
7 places worth building into a Kyoto itinerary · Architecture · Museums · Parks · Historic sights
Arashiyama
Arashiyama is a public landmark in Kyoto, 616-0007 tied to the civic or historic identity of the surrounding area. It is usually more meaningful for its setting, symbolism, or urban role than for a single exhibit or venue experience.
Ginkaku-ji
This 15th-century Zen temple features picturesque gardens & a sand mound shaped like Mount Fuji.
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Japan is a Nature in Kyoto.
Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
Kyoto Seishū Netsuke Art Museum
Kyoto Seishū Netsuke Art Museum is a museums. It is best understood through the local role it plays in the surrounding area.
Kyoto Shibori Museum
Kyoto Shibori Museum is a museums. It is best understood through the local role it plays in the surrounding area.
Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
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