Travel to Kyoto

Almost ready to head off on your Kyoto holiday? Can't work out what things to include in your travel schedule? No need to stress — we'll give you some suggestions.

You'll find lots of amazing things to see in Kyoto. Famed attractions such as Nijo Castle and the Kiyomizu Temple ensure this will be a holiday that'll be etched in your memory forever.

Boasting tourist attractions such as Fushimi Inari Shrine and Katsura Imperial Villa, there's never a boring moment in this exciting city. Once you're done having a look at those, continue in the direction of Heian Shrine and the Ryoanji Temple.

A range of powerful people have resided in Kyoto Imperial Palace throughout the years. If you've ever daydreamed about living like aristocracy, be sure to visit this stately building. Adventurers in this destination have an abundance of choice. Theatre can challenge the way we think and asks us to aspire to higher things. See a production at Gion Corner and open your mind to some big ideas. Still have time to spare? Constructed to pay homage to the gods, temples afford visitors an intriguing look into another religion and culture. Learn about the local belief system as you wander around the sacred monument of Toji Temple.

Hanging out on a beach doing not much at all is all well and good, but there's nothing like diving into exciting new experiences on your getaway!

Start off your trip to Kyoto by checking out one or two of these things to do:

• Kyoto Ninja Experience for Adults
• Half-Day Bento Cooking Class at Traditional House
• Kyoto Nishiki Market Food Tour with a 7 Course Lunch
• Kyoto Like a Local: Customized Private Tour
• Nishiki Market Food Tour
• For Vegan Ramen Making by Ramen Factory

Got some time on your side? Visit our Kyoto things to do page for a full list of activities.

Securing convenient places to stay is key when it comes to planning cheap holidays or luxury getaways. Luckily, Kyoto has approximately 344 accommodation, so you'll have loads to choose from.

If you're the type of person that can't fall asleep unless they have 1000 thread count sheets, why not nestle down in luxury at The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto (Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku) or the Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-tei ~Service&Dedication~ (580, Kusuriyacho)? Alternatively, the Ryokan Yoshida-sanso (59-1 Yoshida Shimo-ooji-cho, Sakyo-ku) and the Kujo Stays (8, Higashikujo Nakatonodacho) are a couple of accommodation worth checking out if you're travelling on a budget.

A real highlight of any trip to Kyoto is Nijo Castle. If you'd like to stay within close proximity of this famous attraction, the Konruri-An Machiya Residence Inn and the Fushizome-an Machiya Residence Inn are both excellent options.

Based just 25 miles away, Itami Airport (ITM) is the most convenient terminal to your destination. Check that your seat belt is buckled and tear your eyes away from that in-flight film — your well-deserved trip to Kyoto isn't far off now!