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Philosopher's Walk, Kyoto

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Scenic Walking Area · Tourist Spot

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Enjoy a leisurely stroll on Philosopher's Walk, a stone path lined with cherry trees. Especially picturesque in cherry blossom season, the road will take you on a 2 km (1.2 mile) walk along the Lake Biwa canal. Admire the scenic surroundings, accentuated by the gently flowing water, venture off path to one of the small shrines, or take a break at a local cafe. Make Philosopher's Walk a part of your Kyoto vacation plans using our Kyoto trip maker app.

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FROM $54 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cycle along the ancient canals of Kyoto: Kyoto Small Group Bike Tour Cycle along the ancient canals of Kyoto: Kyoto Small Group Bike Tour

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Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $157 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kyoto Private Custom Walking & Sightseeing Tour Kyoto Private Custom Walking & Sightseeing Tour

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Duration: 2 to 8 hours

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FROM $79 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kyoto Morning Private Cycling Tour Including Bicycle and Helmet rental Kyoto Morning Private Cycling Tour Including Bicycle and Helmet rental

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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

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FROM $103 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour - A Chilling Walking Trip at the “Philosopher’s Path” Private Tour - A Chilling Walking Trip at the “Philosopher’s Path”

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Duration: 5 to 6 hours

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FROM $294 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc) Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc)

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Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $203 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kyoto Palaces and Temples Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kyoto Palaces and Temples

Duration: 8 hours

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FROM $254 BOOK WITH VIATOR Photo Shoot with a Private Vacation Photographer in KYOTO, JAPAN Photo Shoot with a Private Vacation Photographer in KYOTO, JAPAN

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FROM $94 BOOK WITH VIATOR Running to Kyoto's attractive tourist spots like Kamo river, Kiyomizu Temple, Nanzenji Temple, Philosopher's Walk in Kyoto.Let's make a slow jogging with a professional guide.Running experience in the old capital must forge an unforgettably impressive memory for you. Running to Kyoto's attractive tourist spots like Kamo river, Kiyomizu Temple, Nanzenji Temple, Philosopher's Walk in Kyoto.Let's make a slow jogging with a professional guide.Running experience in the old capital must forge an unforgettably impressive memory for you.

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

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By HarryTours_Official

Of course Kyoto is known for its Temples and shrines and rightfully so, but it is the philosopher's walk we took, that has stuck with me the most, even after a whole year has passed. We visited the...

Of course Kyoto is known for its Temples and shrines and rightfully so, but it is the philosopher's walk we took, that has stuck with me the most, even after a whole year has passed. We visited the... more »
By Safariholic

Title kind of says it all to be honest. Easy to find, free, suitable for strollers, wheelchairs & prams, no steps or inclines involved, Cherry-tree lined, quiet and peaceful. Philosophers hidden...

Title kind of says it all to be honest. Easy to find, free, suitable for strollers, wheelchairs & prams, no steps or inclines involved, Cherry-tree lined, quiet and peaceful. Philosophers hidden... more »

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