Kyoto
Full family day in Kyoto with a local
Family-Friendly • 8 hours
5.0
(94)
Full family day in Kyoto with a local
Discover the best of Kyoto to be enjoyed by the whole family on an experience tailored to you by a host who knows what the kids will love to explore
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- See an area of Kyoto chosen by your knowledgeable host, but based on your family’s interests
- Explore Kyoto’s cosmopolitan attractions, or head outdoors with a trip to the bamboo forest or botanical gardens
- Take part in interactive, educational, and just plain fun experiences that kids will love
- Visit family-friendly restaurants and tons of ice-cream parlors – your host reads a menu better than Google Translate does!
- You’re guaranteed all-day entertainment within a relatively small radius of central Kyoto
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
The host will be awaiting you at Matsumoto Kiyoshi Kyoto Shijo KawaramachiCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You could ring the bells at the interactive Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Eastern Kyoto, check out the view from Yasaka Pagoda less than one mile away, or head a little further north and explore the Botanical Gardens while the young ones zip down the playground slide.
Nature lovers may choose to head 30 minutes out of central Kyoto to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where forest walks and a visit to Iwatayama Monkey Park are sure to keep the whole family entertained. Hungry? Your local insider will be happy to scope out the best family-friendly restaurants in the district – and decipher the kids’ menus. When it’s time for dessert, keep sweet teeth happy with Kyoto’s famous melonpan ice cream or funky-flavored shaved ice - why not try the bamboo?
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
Surrounded by centuries of tradition
Night Lights & Lantern Legends
Charmed in Gion
Hidden shrines and heartfelt connections
Golden Hour at Kiyomizu-dera
Ice Cream Break in Old Kyoto
Morning Light & Timeless Streets
Pagoda Strolls & Smiles All Around
Fushimi Inari, the Insider Way
Family Roots at Yasaka Shrine
A Table Full of Stories
New Friends in Old Streets
Tempura & Togetherness
The Fox Shrine Crew
Sannenzaka Strolls & Big Grins
Wagyu, Wasabi & Wonderful Company
Kyoto’s Rooftops & Reflections
Walking through the iconic Fushimi Inari gates
Big smiles and even bigger stories
Soft Steps & Serene Views
From ancient torii gates to new friendships
A wintery evening stroll and some of the best street snacks in the city
Wandering through a forest of giants
A day filled with culture and laughter
Wandering Kyoto’s shopping arcades
Golden hour, cherry blossoms, and two friends soaking up Kyoto’s quiet charm
A Cozy Culinary Moment tucked into a quiet Kyoto alley
The perfect view to end a perfect Kyoto day.
Family adventures down Kyoto’s most charming slope
Pagoda Postcard Vibes
Lunch with a local – and two new ramen lovers officially converted
Nothing bonds like good food and great company in Kyoto
Walking through these thousand torii gates
A Ryokan-Style Feast
Tucked away in Kyoto’s Arashiyama bamboo grove
Playful Spirits at Fushimi Inari
Matcha Dreams Come True
Cocktails with a view
A walk through time
Rural charm and cultural calm
A peaceful pause with Kannon
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What travelers think of this experience
Carlos
May 2025
Miko was very nice and really helped to guide us to different locations. We did everything our list but also discovered hidden gems. Awesome day!
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Suzy
Apr 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️if I could give Milo 20 out 10 I would. so so knowledgeable knows all the amazing places back streets, local little restaurants. you would never hear, learn and see these things without him. worth every cent and more. thank you thank you
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Gabrielle
Apr 2025
I highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide Ian was terrific! Friendly, knowledgeable and generous - we went to lots of incredible spots, temples and gardens. Then Ian took us to authentic restaurants and eateries, including one where we ate the best ramen of our lives! We started the day in beautiful Higashiyama and made our way through the old railway lined with cherry blossoms in Keage. It was truly magical! We visited Heian Shrine and the peaceful royal garden, enjoyed tea by the water and saw the two sacred trees - cherry and tangerine. After that we walked to Nanzen-ji Temple, passed the canal museum and took a cozy break at Shinpukan - with coffee and mochi. In the afternoon we wandered through Gino and Hanami Koji, passed the Yasaka Pagoda, visited the Love Shrine and ended at Pontocho Street. Ian was amazing and gave our whole family a remarkable experience - it was our favorite day of the trip!!
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Joshua
Apr 2025
Jose was our tour guide and the custom itinerary was perfect. He met us at our hotel and took an easy walk around to multiple areas. He was. very knowledgeable and showed us all the intricate things we would never have looked for. excellent tour and good pace. He took us to a few local food places that had awesome food and was not flooded with tourists. highly recommend this tour as they will customize it for whatever you want to see.
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Joshua
Apr 2025
Jose was very knowledgeable of each place we went and pointed out even the smallest details. We love history and nature and we asked a lot of questions. If he didn't know which was not often he looked it up quickly. He was a great conversationalist and interacted with our kids which was awesome. Very personable experience that we won't forget.
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Phyllis
Mar 2025
Wonderful tour guide in a beautiful city!! Cherry blossoms, snacks, sites, culture, history, pictures and more..
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