Bamboo Grove Temple and Garden Views Tour
Overview
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Meeting point at Kyoto Station, easy to find and accessible to everyone. We board the train all together and travel for less than 20 minutes. Explore the highlights of Saga-Arashiyama, Western part of Kyoto. Wander through the towering stalks of Bamboo Forest, experience the serene garden and pond of Tenryuji Temple, trek the hill gardens of Okochi Sanso and enjoy the free unlimited drinks of green teas. Visit the historical Nonomiya Shrine, stroll across the colorful pillars of Kimono Forest. Take a break for lunch, indulge your cravings with local Japanese foods and sweets. Walk through the iconic Togetsukyo bridge and hike up the Iwatayama Monkey Park, where you can observe and feed the snow monkeys. Take in and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic mountain views of Kyoto.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Walk through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, where towering stalks sway gently overhead, creating a serene, otherworldly atmosphere. As sunlight filters through the dense green canopy, the rustling bamboo and quiet path invite peaceful reflection. Your guide will share the cultural and spiritual significance of this iconic Kyoto landmark.
Nonomiya Shrine
Step into the quiet charm of Nonomiya Jinja, a small but sacred Shinto shrine nestled in a bamboo grove. Known for its connection to imperial history and blessings for love and purification, it offers a peaceful pause along the Arashiyama path. Your guide will share its unique traditions, including the ancient role it played in preparing imperial princesses for shrine service.
What‘s Included
Okochi Sanso Garden, Tenryuji Temple and Monkey Park
Guide Fee
Each guest should bring their own train tickets or train pass such as icoca, suica and pasmo.
Options
Bamboo Grove Temple and Garden Views Tour
Reviews
61 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with Marie
Matt9410,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is very beautiful, starting in the bamboo forest, then the beautiful garden at the top, followed by the temple and the monkeys at the end, every single part was amazing. Marie our guide made sure to entertain us all throughout whilst also giving us all the history behind each stop along the way. Would highly recommend!
Best Experience In Kyoto
Guide08936466712,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marie was an excellent guide took us through the most beautiful places in Kyoto including the Bamboo Forest, The Temple, Garden and the monkey forest. She made our day with jokes and laughter and made our lives easy with pictures. She’s the best.
Good bamboo, temple tour
W4484YYadamf,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really good tour, especially the bamboo garden The guide was really informative
Amazing tour!
L4197MKkatherinep,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience in Kyoto! We saw so much and learned a lot about the history of the city and local customs. Pacing was great - we took some nice breaks including one at a beautiful and peaceful tea house. Our tour guide, Marie, was so sweet and funny and took great pictures of us too! Thank you!
Great Tour!
davidkN4939RC,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful afternoon on the Bamboo Grove Temple tour! Marie was our guide and she was perfect. Marie made the tour very enjoyable!
A Lovely Day in Kyoto
Rahimboy,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was made more enjoyable with Marie as our guide. She knows her way around, taking us through side streets and alleys ( by themselves also scenic!) to avoid crowds and queues. Very pleasant and engaging, she answered all our questions and positioned us in the best spots for photos!
Great trip and a beautyful day
I8922GBjanl,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great tour with a lot of things to see and enjoy. Our guide mari was perfect aswell with a lot of humor and with many informations about the culture and origins. It was a beautyful day and i would recommend it for everyone 😁👍.
A Fun Outdoor Experience at Kyoto's Bamboo Grove Temple and the Garden Views.
MarinaA3864,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Marie was fantastic! She is super friendly and personable. She was informative, explaining facts and historical background clearly and concise during the tour. The tour was interesting and the garden was lovely.
Amazing tour and guide!
MommaBirkz,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time with Marie!! The sites were beautiful and Marie went out of her way to make everything was so comfortable! She really knew the history and made sure everyone in the group had the best time, adults and kids! Highly recommend her as a guide!
Monkeys with Marie
Julia G,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mari is an excellent guide and amazing photographer!
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