Kyoto · KYOTO IMPERIAL PALACE TOURS
The 6 best kyoto imperial palace tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
See Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle in one small-group tour, with an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, and flexible start times.
“Cecilia covered a lot of ground in the time provided which meant that we got a good historical context.”
Review of Kyoto’s 3-hour small-group tour of Nijo Castle and the Imperial Palace, with guide insight, tickets included, and transport tips.
“Our guide, Jasmine, did a fantastic job of explaining the cultural symbolism and historical significance of the shogun era on display at Nijo Castle—our favorite part of the tour. Her friendly, knowledgeable, conversational style was easy to understand and very much open to questions beyond any kind of script or language barrier. We also appreciated her invitation to snap family photos along the way. Definitely recommend this English-speaking tour for those who want a rare peek into the architecture and customs of Japan’s past.”
Explore Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace with a small-group guide, learning how shoguns, emperors, gardens, and politics shaped Kyoto.
“Nene was very knowledgeable tour guide very friendly and accommidating.”
Tour Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace with an English-speaking guide, included admission and transit, and a useful two-site history lesson.
“Our guide was extremely knowledgeable which made this tour really fantastic in every way ! Thank you”
Explore Kyoto Imperial Palace with an English-speaking guide, from grand ceremony halls to the Emperor’s private residence and quiet gardens.
“Très interessant . Avec un guide dynamique et cultivé, qui peut répondre à beaucoup de questions avec un échange agréable et beaucoup de bienveillance”
Explore Kyoto’s temples, Nishiki Market, Nijo Castle, and the Imperial Palace on a private seven-hour walking tour with a local guide.
“I would recommend this walking tour tour to those who want to see the most of Kyoto but don't have much time. The tour company was excellent. After making teh booking they kept me informed with a detailed itinerary of sites and times, Read more”
