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The 15 most popular nijo castle tours in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
Kyoto Nijo Castle in 1 hour with an English guide, including Ninomaru Palace access and a garden walk. Admission extra, cash on site.
Most Popular“Insightful and quite a neat look at the Amauri facilities”
A one-day Kyoto highlights bus tour with early Arashiyama bamboo, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera, optional Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari.
Kyoto in one day by bus: Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari with a bilingual guide.
“Alan and Pastor provided a great experience. Was a long day and the weather wasn’t great but we had a really enjoyable tour. Definitely recommend”
Kyoto’s Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle in 3 hours with guided context and entry included for a small group.
“Amazing. Thank you Naoki for the sympathy and for sharing all the knowledge with us.”
Small-group Nijo Castle guided tour in Kyoto with admission included, prebooked tickets, and a guide explaining Tokugawa samurai power.
“We really enjoyed this tour of the castle and garden. What an interesting place to see and our tour guide Noe was so full of information!”
Small-group walking tour of Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace. English guide, admission included, about 3 hours from Nijojo-mae.
“Unfortunately this tour was cancelled by the organisers due to unforeseen circumstances so I can’t comment on the tour”
3-hour guided walk linking Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace, with tickets included, small-group size, and politics-meets-architecture stories.
“The guide Goku was very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot, and we highly recommend this experience!”
Guided visit to Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace in a small group with an English guide, entrance fees, and public transport included.
“Great guide and excellent tours of both historic sites. You tour the interior of Nijo castle which is just amazing. Imperial palace is also stunning.”
Half-day Kyoto tour: Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle and Nishiki Market with a Kyoto-certified guide, iPad lessons, and photo help.
“Activities were amazing, fantastic insight into the history of the attractions and culture. Value was amazing and 1:1 genuine accomodating attention from Roberto.”
Guided Kyoto Imperial Palace tour in Kyoto Gyoen: imperial history, ceremony halls like Shishinden, and quiet gardens. English guide.
“Très interessant . Avec un guide dynamique et cultivé, qui peut répondre à beaucoup de questions avec un échange agréable et beaucoup de bienveillance”
Small-group Nijo Castle tour in Kyoto with a top guide, admission included, samurai stories, and green tea break. 3 hours.
“My tour guide Richard is very knowledgeable not only on the Nijo castle, but on Japanese history and culture as well. A very nice person, who speaks great English and I could ask him anything on Japan and he is willing to answer. I highly recommend this tour.”
A private 5-hour Kyoto day hitting Fushimi Inari, Nijo Castle, and Kinkaku-ji early to dodge crowds, with a local guide and mobile tickets.
“We had an amazing time experiencing Fushimi Inari, Nijo and Kinkaku-ji. It was great seeing Fushimi Inari in all of its glory before it got very crowded. Tom was our guide and he was impeccably wonderful! His expertise of the cultural history of Read more”
Guided walk through Higashi Hongan-ji, Nishiki Market, Nijo Castle, and Kyoto Imperial Palace for shogun history, temple faith, and smart snacking.
“I would recommend this walking tour tour to those who want to see the most of Kyoto but don't have much time. The tour company was excellent. After making teh booking they kept me informed with a detailed itinerary of sites and times, Read more”
Kyoto in 8 hours: Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, Nijo Castle, and Kinkaku-ji with a local guide and timed entry.
A 2-hour guided walk through Kyoto’s Nijo Castle: architecture, palace rooms, gardens, and fun photo stops with an English guide.
“Very interesting and fun tour with my guide Seana. Plenty of time to focus more in detail to some of the spots within the castle or Ninomaru palace. It was fun to find together with Seana the "floating peacock" panel in Ohiroma Ni-no-ma (second room) within Ninomaru palace that is not visible from the beaten…”
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