Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, stands as one of the most stunning landmarks in Kyoto. You will enjoy this UNESCO World Heritage site in a 90-minute tour with a knowledgeable guide.

1.5 - 3.5 hours
Available languages: English
Start: Meeting locations vary depending on the tour. Please check your booking confirmation and map details
1~6
Private / Group
Full Refund Up To 2 Days Prior

Itinerary

Private Tour: Kinkakuji in 90 Minutes

In front of Kinkaku-ji main gate (So-mon). The guide will be holding the yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.

Group Tour: Kinkakuji in 90 Minutes

In front of Kinkaku-ji main gate (So-mon). The guide will be holding the yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.

Private Tour: Kinkakuji & Ryōan-ji 3.5 Hours

In front of Yamazaki-an, across the crosswalk from Kinkaku-ji Kuromon (Black Gate). The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.

Group Tour: Kinkakuji & Ryōan-ji 3.5 Hours

In front of Yamazaki-an, across the crosswalk from Kinkaku-ji Kuromon (Black Gate). The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.

Kinkaku-ji

Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Ryōan-ji

Guided tour (1.5 hours)

2 drop-off locations

For tours that visit only Kinkaku-ji, the tour will end at the main gate of Kinkaku-ji. For tours that include Ryoan-ji, the tour will end at the main gate of Ryoan-ji.

Plan

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Private Tour: Kinkakuji in 90 Minutes

1.5 hours

＜Inclusions＞
Guide Fee
Admission to Kinkaku-ji, Golden Pavilion

＜Plan Code＞
G-070-A

111.87USD～

Group Tour: Kinkakuji in 90 Minutes

1.5 hours

＜Inclusions＞
Guide Fee
Admission to Kinkaku-ji, Golden Pavilion

＜Plan Code＞
G-070-B

34.92USD～

Private Tour: Kinkakuji & Ryōan-ji 3.5 Hours

3.5 Hours

＜Inclusions＞
Guide Fee
Admission to Kinkaku-ji, Golden Pavilion
Admission to Ryoan-ji , Zen Garden

＜Plan Code＞
G-072-A

179.67USD～

Group Tour: Kinkakuji & Ryōan-ji 3.5 Hours

3.5 Hours

＜Inclusions＞
Guide Fee
Admission to Kinkaku-ji, Golden Pavilion
Admission to Ryoan-ji , Zen Garden

＜Plan Code＞
G-072-B

69.50USD～

Highlights

Check out Kinkaku-ji's best spots in just 1.5 hours.
See the Golden Pavilion, a super cool UNESCO World Heritage site.
Walk around the awesome gardens and chill by the pond.
Snap amazing photos of the temple's reflection in the water.

What's Included

・Guide Fee
・Admission to Kinkaku-ji, Golden Pavilion

Experience details

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is one of Kyoto's most dazzling sights. The top two floors are covered in gold leaf, making the temple shimmer beautifully against the pond.

You can wander around the lovely temple grounds, with their well-kept gardens and a cute little teahouse. A friendly guide will share cool stories about the temple’s history and architecture, helping you get the most out of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

With its peaceful vibe and stunning looks, Kinkaku-ji is a must-see for anyone visiting Kyoto.

Meeting Place

＜Private Tour: Kinkakuji in 90 Minutes＞

In front of Kinkaku-ji main gate (So-mon). The guide will be holding the yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.
＜Group Tour: Kinkakuji in 90 Minutes＞

In front of Kinkaku-ji main gate (So-mon). The guide will be holding the yellow sign with DeepExperience logo.
＜Private Tour: Kinkakuji & Ryōan-ji 3.5 Hours＞

In front of Yamazaki-an, across the crosswalk from Kinkaku-ji Kuromon (Black Gate). The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.
＜Group Tour: Kinkakuji & Ryōan-ji 3.5 Hours＞

In front of Yamazaki-an, across the crosswalk from Kinkaku-ji Kuromon (Black Gate). The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.