Kyoto: Arashiyama UNESCO Walking Tour with Admission
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
[Highlights]
・UNESCO World Heritage Temple and Garden (Admission included)
・Photogenic Bamboo Grove
・Nonomiya Shrine, a Place to Pray for Love in Kyoto
・Local souvenir shops and sweets shop to stroll around
・Monkey park (Optional - Admission in not included)
Capture unforgettable photos in the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove as you explore one of Kyoto’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage areas. The tour begins at Tenryu-ji Temple, where you’ll experience serene gardens and centuries of Zen tradition before walking into the mystical Bamboo Grove. Your guide will share insights into why this enchanting forest holds global cultural significance.
You’ll also pass by charming kawaii character shops and local stores—perfect for picking up matcha sweets, wagashi, or handcrafted bamboo-themed gifts. The tour then continues across Arashiyama’s famous bridge toward the Monkey Park. Your guide will purchase your ticket, and the park will be the tour’s dismissal point.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tenryuji Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple known for its historic Sogenchi Garden. The garden blends perfectly with the natural scenery of Arashiyama and is especially stunning during cherry blossom and autumn leaf seasons.
Bamboo Forest Street
Kyoto’s most enchanting sights—the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. As you walk through this mystical landscape, your guide will explain why this breathtaking forest is closely connected to the UNESCO World Heritage designation, allowing you to truly feel the harmony between nature and culture.
What‘s Included
Entry ticket to the Tenryuji Temple
Local Guide
Entrance fee to the Monkey Park
Options
Walking Tour with Admission
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Guide - Great Tour
Neil B,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Han is a great guide. Very knowledgeable and so friendly! Highly recommend.
Perfect guiding
deryazelalo,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were guided bu Masa, he was very nice. He told the history and show detalis
Very nice tour with history
Z519PHestherl,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Han was very kind and nice and took time to show us everything, she also custimized the tour for us a bit. We loved the tour! She explained a lot and we learned a lot of history!
Amazing litrle part of Kyoto
David P,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Han was amazing and knowledgable!
Loved it!!
Quest40011471037,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Antonette was amazing, she shared a lot of really interesting information, the way she shares the stories very passionate makes us really enjoy. Its really worth it
Great tour and experience!
BetoBernal,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really good and Antonette really knows a lot of interesting data about history and facts of Japan, it's religions, customes, traditions, and he is really passionate about it so make it is very interesting and fun.
The bamboo forest
Sunshine35767230953,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr. Masaru was very kind and knowledgeable, a nice experience
Amazing , good nature
Arpita M,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing , must take this tour, Han was amazing and very knowledgeable. The arashiyama area is beautiful and the guide made it very interesting
Amazing Arashiyama tour with Nao – a Kyoto highlight!
Augusto C,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing free walking tour through Arashiyama Bamboo Forest! Nao was a fantastic guide — super friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Kyoto’s history and culture. He shared great stories, local insights, and took us to spots we would have completely missed on our own. The pace was perfect and the whole experience felt relaxed and well organized. Definitely one of the highlights of my visit. it’s absolutely worth it!
Bamboo gardens and river
D7148IZadamm,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nao was great. It was a great tour through the bamboo garden and to the river. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
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