Experience the Gion district with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide. See 3 Geisha areas and learn about Japan's fascinating history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 hour
- Starting times 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Japanese
- Wheelchair accessible
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed tour guide
- Learn about world famous Gion from the guide
- Learn fascinating insights about Japan’s history and culture
Full description
Save time and money on this value-packed tour of the Gion district with a multilingual tour guide. Experiencing a side of Kyoto that most tourists do not get to see.
You'll start your evening by meeting your guide at the Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine, the center of Gion. While exploring Gion, your guide will show you the history and culture of the Geisha. Learn about their kimonos and hairstyles, rules, and daily rituals.
You'll walk down the cobbled streets of three3Geisha areas in total: Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho while you listen to stories of Kyoto's ancient past. If you're lucky, you may even spot a geisha on the street.
Includes
- Licensed local guide
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting at the Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine in Gion district. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts.
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