Kyoto, according to locals
35 places that people in Kyoto keep recommending, across 1 map. Each map links every place to the comments behind it.
Places to visit in Kyoto
How people suggest seeing Kyoto: Fushimi Inari on a night walk up the mountain, Kiyomizu-dera for its wooden architecture and views, the view over the city from Iwatayama Monkey Park, Nijo Castle's architecture, the bamboo grove at Adashino Nenbutsu-ji and Kodai-ji under its night illuminations. Daytime crowds are the common warning, so many say go early.
Most recommended
- Fushimi Inari Taisha120 people recommend, 21 warn against it
Many visitors recommend Fushimi Inari, and many praise a night walk up the mountain for its atmosphere and calm.
- Kiyomizu-dera59 people recommend, 26 warn against it
Many visitors recommend the temple, and several call it worth seeing despite the crowds, while one visitor says its elevated setting, wooden architecture and views stand out.
- Iwatayama Monkey Park29 people recommend, 9 warn against it
Many visitors recommend this monkey park up the hill, and several praise the city views from the summit.
- Nijo Castle25 people recommend, 7 warn against it
Many visitors who discuss Nijo Castle recommend it, with a few calling it historic and a few praising its architecture and upkeep.
- Kinkaku-ji22 people recommend, 11 warn against it
Several visitors recommend it, with comments such as a classic must-see, visually stunning, or deserving of its hype.