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Kyoto temples and gardens · 2 days

A culture-focused two-day Kyoto plan centered on iconic temples, serene gardens, and classic districts. It balances major heritage sights with atmospheric neighborhoods for an easy, scenic city break.

2days
6stops
8km

The route

Tap a day or a town

start and end in Kyoto.

DAY01

Kinkaku-ji → Ninna-ji

2 km · 20m driving · Overnight in Ninna-ji
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Kinkaku-ji· start
  2. 1.4 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Ryoan-ji
  4. 0.6 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Ninna-ji· overnight
DAY02

Tenryu-ji → Hogon-in

6 km · 30m driving
  1. 09:00
    ⭐ Tenryu-ji· start
  2. 0.3 km · 10m
  3. 12:00
    Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
  4. 0.5 km · 10m
  5. 15:00
    Hogon-in
Heads Up
  • Popular temples can be crowded; start early for quieter gardens and better photos.
  • Some temple halls and gardens have separate admission or seasonal viewing hours, so check opening times in advance.
  • Arashiyama gets busy in daytime; public transit or taxis are often easier than driving in the core sightseeing area.