Kyoto

Full family day in Kyoto with a local

Family-Friendly • 8 hours 5.0 (88)

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

Visit on the 15th, 21st and 25th of the month to catch one of the flea markets and grab amazing bargain kimono, ceramics, handicrafts etc.

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.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

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 Kawaramachi

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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 most

What 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?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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What travelers think of this experience

Phyllis, Mar 2025

Wonderful tour guide in a beautiful city!! Cherry blossoms, snacks, sites, culture, history, pictures and more..

Phyllis, Mar 2025

Highly recommend Ada!!!!

Jasmine, Mar 2025

We had a wonderful time touring with Nisa and would highly recommend her!

Lina, Mar 2025

Austen was amazing!! He's a great guide, knowledgeable, and accommodating. I would book a tour with him again in a heartbeat!

Allison, Mar 2025

We were very fortunate to be booked with Austen who tailored our day to the changing weather and energy of our kids. He was very knowledgeable and really just a wonderful person. Thank you Austen for your patience, jokes and kindness. We enjoyed our tour of Kyoto and the opportunity to hang out with you.

Kok, Jan 2025

Ryuki was thoughtful and planned our trip perfectly.

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