Video call with a local to plan your perfect trip or to ask for local tips, essential info and insider secrets!
Chat to one of our locals via zoom and get answers to all your questions plus personalized recommendations on things to do, places to go, best local eats and logistics to make your trip a breeze.
After booking, answer our short questionnaire so we can choose the right host for your video call
Got questions? Ask away, and get insider tips based on your interests, travel style and what you want to see and do
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We don’t do deals with restaurants, shops or attractions so you’ll always get unbiased recommendations from our hosts!
City Unscripted Original
Video chat or email with a local to plan your perfect trip or get answers to all your questions
$25 for 30 min
30-90 minutes
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City Unscripted Original
Shape your half-day in Kyoto with iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and serene paths—crafted by your local host to match what excites you most
$130 per person
4 hours
(566)
City Unscripted Original
Join a local for an authentic cherry blossom experience. Discover secret sakura spots, enjoy a traditional picnic, and immerse in the beauty of hanami
$181.88 per person
4 hours
(18)
City Unscripted Original
Discover Kyoto’s izakaya culture, where locals gather over shared plates, drinks, and conversation, with a tailored experience crafted to your tastes.
$164.5 per person
3 hours
(24)
We are particularly interested in history, culture, religion and food. Milo took us, via bus, train, subway, and foot to several significant shrines, neighborhoods, and pedestrian areas. We discussed politics and current events along with history. It was a most enjoyable and rewarding day.
February 2025
Nisa was a wonderful guide! She was super friendly and knowledgeable and she chose wonderful spots to tour! We enjoyed the old temples and shrines she brought us to and took pictures with us and was super patient as we shopped and took pictures. A wonderful tour with Nisa!
February 2025
Excellent experience with Hanna! She was very knowledgable and worked on the itinerary with me ahead of time. Immediately recommended to our friends as well!
February 2025
It was amazing, gave very good inside info. Really knew his history. Answered all of our questions. Took us to amazing shops typical from the area. Loved the tour highly recommended. Excellent photographer.
February 2025
Got questions about the city you’re visiting? Our local hosts have all the answers. City Unscripted will set your trip up for success with travel planning tips from our knowledgeable local insiders – the only travel consultants you’ll ever need.
With our simple travel planning service, you can chat with a like-minded local before you even board your flight! We’ll set up a video call or email conversation with a guide in the city you’re visiting, so you can get expert online travel advice to make your travel planning a breeze.
Save yourself the hours of researching online travel advice yourself. Whether you have questions about public transport, need advice on where to stay, or you simply want to arrive at your destination fully prepared with insider tips and tricks, our travel planning service will set you up.
What are you waiting for? Book a tour with City Unscripted and let’s get your travel planning started with top-notch online travel advice from the travel consultants who know it all – the locals!
