KYOTO, JAPAN (2026) | 10 Best Things To Do In & Around Kyoto (+ Travel Tips)

Kyoto is located in the heart of Japan's main island. As the nation’s former imperial capital, Kyoto served as the seat of the Emperor for over a millennium. Today, it remains home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and more than 2,000 temples and shrines. It is this timeless atmosphere that draws millions of travelers each year. In this video, we'll show you 10 of the best things to do in and around Kyoto, which are perfect for a first-time visit: 🔗 KYOTO LINKS, ACTIVITIES & MORE INFO ☑️ Gion Kagai Art Museum admission + Geiko Maiko dance performance: https://www.getyourguide.com/kyoto-l96826/kyoto-geiko-maiko-dance-of-kyoto-visits-of-gion-museum-t746427/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Kyoto_video ☑️ Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Loop Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/japan/kyoto/tenryu-ji-temple-arashiyama-park-arashiyama-bamboo-grove-loop ☑️ Nara - Wakakusayama Hill Hike: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-9e1d890 ☑️ Uji Tea museum entry fee + matcha grinding experience: https://www.getyourguide.com/uji-l112692/kyoto-tea-museum-tickets-and-matcha-grinding-experience-t593268/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Kyoto_video ☑️ 4-hour e-bike tour (hidden gems & temples): https://www.getyourguide.com/kyoto-l96826/kyoto-hidden-gems-e-bike-tour-through-backstreets-temples-t815970/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=Kyoto_video ☑️ Fushimi Inari walking trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/japan/kyoto/fushimi-inari-walking-tour 😴 WHERE TO STAY IN KYOTO: - Henn na Hotel Premier Kyoto Gojo Karasuma (where we stayed - $$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/watermark-kyoto.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - ASAI Kyoto Shijo ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/asai-kyoto-shijo.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto Karasuma Gojo ($): https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/the-pocket-jing-du-wu-wan-wu-tiao.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 🎥 MORE JAPAN VIDEOS: - Tokyo: https://youtu.be/CvgC6z8Wrxw - Osaka: https://youtu.be/92OFkoyEMk0 - Hiroshima: https://youtu.be/I3HsYv4sNms - Takayama: https://youtu.be/iI20EyJZZ2o - Okinawa: https://youtu.be/ptmKQhvQLxQ - Kanazawa: https://youtu.be/o0UeQJMJOZc - Japan Top 10: https://youtu.be/FTwxtyOEGyM - Japan Travel Guide + Itinerary: https://youtu.be/ep1UL_2wQqI 🗺️ ACCESS GOOGLE MAP & FULL JAPAN GUIDE: https://www.worldwildhearts.com/post/japan-travel-guide ✍️ GET TRAVEL PLANNER AT 50% OFF: https://www.worldwildhearts.com/product-page/comprehensive-travel-planner 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP & PLATFORMS WE USE: - Book cheap flights: https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/3559813/1027991/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001 - Book accommodation: https://www.booking.com/index.html?aid=7936148 - Book rental car: https://www.discovercars.com/?a_aid=Wordwildhearts - Book ferry tickets: https://www.ferryhopper.com/?aff_uid=wrwhrts - Get ESIM at 15% discount with code WWH15: https://saily.com/worldwildhearts - Find the best hiking trails: https://alltrails.pxf.io/c/3559813/1865884/22353 ✅ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/WorldWildHearts 😊 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/worldwildhearts/ https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwildhearts ‼️ Note: some (drone) shots are stock footage from Canva 🎵 MUSIC CREDITS: Lotus by Aves Rejoice in the morning by The David Roy Collective No More Instrumental Version by Maya Isacowitz Shibuya by Magiksolo Taiyaki by idokay Shoujo by Magiksolo 🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:05 Gion Geisha Districts 2:06 Nishiki Market 2:53 Arashiyama Bamboo Forest 3:53 Nara Day Trip 4:58 Kiyomizu-dera 6:11 Pontocho Alley 6:55 Uji 8:22 Best Temples and Shrines 9:31 Bike Tour 10:29 Fushimi Inari Taisha 12:10 Kyoto Travel Tips #kyoto #japan #thingstodoinkyoto