Japan is a vibrant and culturally rich country and in order to get a taste of this ancient and unique culture, you can opt for several interesting things to do in Kyoto – the cultural capital of Japan. The city is full of ancient temples and shrines and one of the most essential aspects of touring Kyoto is visiting these temples such as the Kinkakuji Temple and the Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
These are especially beautiful during autumn and spring when the adjacent gardens are filled with auburn leaves and cherry blossom trees. Kyoto is also home to the Gion District, which is an area in the city where several activities take place at a time. You can spot Geishas and even dine with them, indulge in tea ceremonies, walk through the many food and commodities shops selling local goods and enjoy traditional dances and cultural performances.
Visiting places like the Samurai and Ninja Museum and Sanjusangen-do is some of the best things to do in Kyoto with kids. The city also comes alive at night, when you can walk through the peaceful streets, watch the temples light up with lanterns and go on a memorable food tour to some of the oldest markets and food districts in Kyoto.
