Best places in Kyoto, Japan to visit (UPDATED February, 2024)

Best places in Kyoto

Discover the best places in Kyoto, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 3.1K places in the city.

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KIMONO TEA CEREMONY KYOTO MAIKOYA at NISHIKI

Traditional teahouse

👍👍 My first time in Japan and this was a dream to do, in my group and by my group I mean the people we met there sharing this experience, we all loved it.. saw a few bad reviews that say is too touristy or not authentic but honestly I don’t know what they were expecting, I know this is quick summarized...

4.90 (1.8K reviews) (~1.76 km from centre)

glänta Kyoto Ninenzaka

Fashion accessories store

👍👍 RECOMMENDING FOR COUPLES! Such a memorable and cute experience for couples to create rings for each other. The staff were super lovely and so patient with you whilst they showed you how to make them. They turned out so well! The price is so cheap compared to other countries and the vibe on the whol...

5.00 (597 reviews) (~3.24 km from centre)

Sakura Cross Hotel Kyoto Kiyomizudera

Japanese-style business hotel

😠 Worst Hotel for me (as a tourist) at Japan. Because: 1. This place don’t have any workers in reception, and if you have check in problems, you must complain and wait (in my experience it takes around 1 hour) 2. There is no free water, microwave and luggage storage. 3. Because of no luggage storage,...

$67/night

4.90 (1.1K reviews) (~2.47 km from centre)

garden Kyoto Rings for Weddings, Engagements and Proposals

Bridal shop

👍👍 I previously purchased a proposal necklace here, and after the proposal I came back to choose an engagement ring and wedding ring. We were presented with many rings that matched our tastes, and the two of us had fun choosing them. There are so many brands with various designs that I had a hard time...

4.90 (1K reviews) (~1.42 km from centre)

Okonomiyaki Katsu

Okonomiyaki restaurant

Compact restaurant with griddle tables for cook-your-own pancakes with savory fillings.

$ $$$

4.90 (829 reviews) (~3.48 km from centre)

SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO With Experience

Museum

Small museum with Edo-period armor & sword displays & family-friendly instruction in warrior skills.

4.80 (6.5K reviews) (~1.82 km from centre)

New Delhi Indian Restaurant

Modern Indian restaurant

👍👍 One of the best meals we had in Kyoto! The naan was insanely delicious and huge! The curry’s were so tasty and full of flavor. The server took great care of our huge group. The mango drink was very refreshing. Best Indian food I’ve had in Japan. Glad we went.

$ $$$

4.80 (1K reviews) (~1.21 km from centre)

Kyoto Geisha Show & Experience GION MAIKOYA

Performing arts theater

👍👍 Amazing experience! From start to finish our Geisha Tea Ceremony was so relaxed, informative and fun. Nana showed us gracious Japanese hospitality. It was an immersion - From gorgeous hairstyling with flowers, to expert and creative kimono dressing, and a wonderful geisha interaction. We then w...

4.90 (451 reviews) (~2.7 km from centre)

Kobe Beef Steak Mouriya Gion

Teppanyaki restaurant

😐 Very good meat, but for the price you pay I would expect more of the experience. The place feels very touristy and inauthentic. When we went I think about 90% were tourists. Also the overall quality of the dishes was mediocre and not very creative. The staff was very nice and polite, nothing to com...

$$$$

4.80 (752 reviews) (~2.39 km from centre)

Tsujiya Umekoji Kita

Izakaya restaurant

👍👍 Wonderful place !!! 100%recommended Staffs are friendly and well communicate to foreigners. Every dishes are delicious.

$$ $$

4.70 (2.6K reviews) (~2.11 km from centre)

Goodman Roaster Kyoto

Coffee shop

Casual hangout with a light-filled atmosphere serving tea & coffee, plus cookies & cakes.

4.80 (610 reviews) (~0.98 km from centre)

STANCE FITNESS 2ND ジム京都四条大宮

Gym

5.00 (235 reviews) (~0.88 km from centre)

KITSUNE KYOTO

Night club

👍👍 I was at Kitsune Kyoto last night partying all night, arriving there at 9 pm because I had brought some members of InterNations which is an international expat community. Our members want to experience Japan’s nightlife. The 4th floor was having a crazy fun party atmosphere the whole nite. We took...

$$ $$

4.70 (1.5K reviews) (~2.15 km from centre)

MABRUR HALAL DINING (マブルーハラルダイニング京都）

Halal restaurant

Down-to-earth Indian & Bangladeshi destination specializing in curries & kebabs.

4.80 (531 reviews) (~1.97 km from centre)

PIECE HOSTEL SANJO

Hostel

Chic modern hostel offering free breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus a sleek lounge & a communal kitchen.

$60/night

4.70 (1.3K reviews) (~1.64 km from centre)

SALMAN & SOHEL HALAL KITCHEN

Indian Muslim restaurant

👍👍 A tasty sumptuous Halal spot you will love to try again and again in Kyoto... Location easy to find, quality service and timely with a lot of varieties to pick from the menu...

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~2.57 km from centre)

PIECE HOSTEL KYOTO

Hostel

Stylish lodging offering modern dorms & private rooms, plus bike rentals & an airport shuttle.

$69/night

4.70 (1K reviews) (~3.01 km from centre)

Goichi Pizza

Pizza restaurant

👍👍 Very good service! Wanted some pizza and this place was probably the best pizza ive eaten. English menu and speaker is also available too !

$$ $$

4.70 (1K reviews) (~1.65 km from centre)

Kyoto Beer Lab

Brewpub

👍👍 Cute little brewery in a quiet part of town. The tea-infused bar was delicious! Staff were friendly and they chose great music for the bar playlist. Not exactly a place to sit and eat a full meal as there were no chairs, so standing room only, but they did have appetizers/ snacks. The bar had games...

$$ $$

4.70 (981 reviews) (~2.54 km from centre)

Teppan Tavern Tenamonya

Teppanyaki restaurant

👍👍 It’s hard to capture in a review how wonderful and magical of an experience we had at Teppan Tavern. Hands down the best meal we had in Japan, and probably the most incredible all-around dining experience I’ve ever had! We had a reservation at 5pm and were warmly welcomed by the owners (a married co...

$$ $$

4.80 (432 reviews) (~2.8 km from centre)

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