Self-guided walking tours in Kyoto
There are 3 self-guided walking tours in Kyoto on FreeGuides Tours. A typical route covers 5.5 km on foot. 1 has audio you can listen to as you walk. Each costs a one-off A$3 to unlock. Every tour runs in your phone’s browser with a live map and local stories at each stop, so you can start whenever you like.
Kyoto walking tours at a glance
- Tours
- 3
- Typical route
- 5.5 km
- With audio
- 1
- Last updated
- 21 June 2024
How to tour Kyoto with FreeGuides
- 1
Pick a tour
Browse tours by city, theme and length. Every tour is written by a local guide, tourism board or hotel that knows the area.
- 2
Unlock on your phone
One small payment, or free for tours funded by a council or tourism board. Apple Pay and Google Pay work. No app, no account.
- 3
Explore at your own pace
A live map guides you from stop to stop, with stories and photos at each one (and audio narration on many tours). Start when you like, pause for coffee, finish tomorrow.
Kyoto walking tours: questions
Are there self-guided walking tours in Kyoto?
Yes. FreeGuides Tours has 3 self-guided tours in Kyoto. Each one runs on your phone with a live map and local stories at every stop.
How much does a self-guided tour in Kyoto cost?
Each tour in Kyoto costs a one-off A$3 to unlock. No subscription, no account.
Are there audio tours in Kyoto?
1 of the 3 tours in Kyoto have audio, so you can listen as you walk instead of reading.
Do I need an app for a tour in Kyoto?
No. The tour opens in your phone’s browser. Pay with Apple Pay, Google Pay or a card and start straight away.
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Tours in Kyoto last updated 21 June 2024.