Giulia was a perfect guide to Kyoto. She understands the city and culture as an insider and foreigner simultaneously. Really a pleasure to spend the day with, and highly informative.

Kyoto Highlights Tour for Kids
Make Kyoto meaningful for curious kids and parents alike
Route Details…
Continue your exploration with a walk past local school campuses, like Kacho Girls’ High School or Kyoto Kacho University, giving your child a glimpse into what it is like to attend school in Japan. Afterward, visit Okazaki Park and the striking Heian Shrine with its giant torii gate, a symbol that will remain in your child’s memory long after the end of your tour. The exploration of nature continues at Shoren-in Temple, where towering camphor trees—over 800 years old—offer a peaceful setting for reflection.
Choose this tour if...
- You are traveling with curious kids and would like to let someone else do the talking for a few hours
- You are hoping to spark an interest in cultural exploration in your family
Sites Visited
- Yasaka Shrine
- Maruyama Park
- Chion-in’s Gate
- Local Japanese schools (exterior only)
- Okazaki Park
- Heian Shrine
Logistics
Tickets
Additional Trip-Planning Resources
- For more information on planning your travels to Japan, take a read through our Context Stories.
- If you are looking to learn more about Kyoto before your visit, check out our online lectures on our pre-trip lectures.





From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.
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Yasaka ShrineShinto shrine offering insight into kami and sacred customs
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English-speaking expert guideTours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
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Intentionally sized groupsA smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
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Tickets and entrance feesAll entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
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HeadsetsHeadsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.
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GratuitiesTips aren’t included, but we encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
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Food and drinkUnless booking a Food & Drink tour or tasting experience, refreshments are not included.
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Transportation to and from the meeting pointUnless noted, pre- and post-tour transport isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
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Hotel pickup or drop-offUnless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
Make the Most of Your Tour
Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.
- Wear comfortable footwear
- Check the weather and dress appropriately
- Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
- Feel free to ask your Expert anything
- Bring firearms or weapons
- Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
- Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments
Frequently Asked Questions
Don’t just take our word for it
We loved Shimya! Our family had. A wonderful time with him as our guide!
Miyo was a fantastic guide for me and my 10 year old daughter as we explored Gion. It’s hard to predict kids’ energy levels during an international trip, and my daughter was feeling a bit tired. Miyo adjusted our tour to make it easier for her but still led us to some incredible things that we would never have found on our own. Miyo took the time to get to know us, and told us a bit about herself. It felt like a real cultural exchange, not just a whirlwind run from place to place. I would totally recommend Context Travel and Miyo specifically. The tour was a special part of our trip to Japan.
Let Your Curiosity Shape Your Journey
Join passionate experts on intimate walking tours that reveal a city’s unique stories, spark conversations, and leave you seeing the world—and yourself—a little differently.
Structured, never scripted
Your interests guide your Expert, leading to stories and perspectives that matter to you.
Crafted for conversation
With 12 or fewer guests, ask questions, engage with your Expert, and fully immerse yourself.
Experts, not guides
Explore with 1,200+ Experts—from historians and architects to archaeologists and chefs.










