Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Gardens & Secrets
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Arashiyama Walking Tour
Explore Kyoto’s Arashiyama district with a local guide. Walk through the famous Bamboo Forest, visit the beautiful Tenryuji Garden and Okochi Sanso, cross Togetsukyo Bridge, enjoy local flavors, and hike to the hilltop Monkey Park for amazing views. We also include hidden paths and quiet spots most travelers miss.
Fushimi Inari + Arashiyama Combo
We also offer a combined option that includes Fushimi Inari Taisha before exploring Arashiyama’s highlights. Perfect for travelers who want both the torii gates and the Bamboo Forest in one experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours are in English only. Want a different language like German or Italian? Please ask us before booking.
There is a 20-25 minutes hike to the monkey park hilltop and the path is a bit steep.
Solo travelers can book this tour, but please note there is a “2 guests minimum” requirement for the tour to proceed. If only one guest is booked, the tour may be canceled. In such cases, you will be notified promptly, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.
For the privacy and comfort of all guests, smart glasses with recording capabilities (such as Ray-Ban Meta glasses) are not allowed during the tour.
Be able to hike up to the hilltop of the monkey park (20-25 minutes)
Recording & live streaming are NOT allowed during the whole tour!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arashiyama
Saga-Arashiyama Station: Meet at the Saga-Arashiyama Station, where you can take a few minutes to explore the surrounding area and get acquainted with your group.
Nonomiya Shrine
Nonomiya Shrine is a small but historically significant Shinto shrine in Arashiyama, Kyoto. It was traditionally used for purification rituals by unmarried imperial princesses before they served as priestesses at Ise Shrine. Surrounded by a lush bamboo grove, the shrine is known for its connections to love, marriage, and academic success. It is also mentioned in The Tale of Genji, adding to its cultural and literary significance.
What‘s Included
Tenryuji Temple (admission paid)
Bamboo Forest
Fushimi Inari (Combo Tour only)
Monkey Park (20-25 min hike) admission paid
Knowledgeable & Bilingual Tour Guide
Okochi Sanso (Arashiyama Tour only)
Togetsukyo Bridge
Tips (accepted & welcomed)
Lunch & Dinner
Pick up not available
Options
Fushimi & Arashiyama
Okochi Sanso Garden excluded: Okochi Sanso is NOT included
Train fees NOT included: Train fees from Fushimi Inari to the bamboo forest are not included. Please make sure to purchase them before tour start.
Starting point:
Fushimi Inari Taisha, 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
Private (Prize per Group Size)
Group Tour
Starting point:
Saga-Arashiyama Station, 11-1 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373, Japan
Reviews
1,295 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour of Arashiyama!
Helen P,,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed our tour with our tour guide Oisin. He was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. We visited places we would have never discovered on our own. He made this tour fun and memorable!
Had a great day in the bamboo forest and with the monkeys.
shabaron,,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We saw many interesting sights and had a tour guide whose first language was English. The bamboo forest was beautiful and we stopped at a great place for lunch. Participants should be cautioned that you walk the ENTIRE 5 hours with no transportation anywhere along the way.
Teri is the best!
jessicasO910AJ,,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Teri was a great tour guide. Very friendly and informative. The locations were amazing.
Worth It
Melanie K,,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry was very friendly and her English was excellent. The tour was well worth it. We ran late due to the train but she was able to quickly help us meet up with the group at the first stop.
Serene walking tour!
782jasmineb,,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The group walking tour in Arashiyama was so serene and beautiful. We learned the stories and significance of the locations which was the best part! Teri was sooo lovely and looked after everyone and had a lot of fun. Thank youuuuuuu
Kyoto Must See Places
cristinadt2019,,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Teri was a wonderful guide! She showed us around Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kameyama Park, Bamboo Forest and Arashiyama Monkey Park! She provided lots of details and information about the area. I Loved the tour, would definetely recommend!!
Best tour guide in Japan!
Go67582987073,,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Teri was the best tour guide we had in Japan. Very helpful and friendly!
Amazing
Seaside08223814316,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience with an excellent guide!
I loved it. She knows a lot of history, very kids friendly. Would repeat. She is very nice and pacient
Juliana F,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved so much. Kids friendly, knows a lot of the history. Very nice and pacient. Loved so much. Would do it again. Should do it
A great day out
nataliesU588RG,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A terrific day with Marie proving to be a great and knowledgeable guide. Her suggestion for the best way to get back to our hotel at the end of the day was really helpful and gave us a chance to see a different part of Kyoto
From ¥12,000
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