Kyoto Imperial Palace Tours and Activities

A traditional gate with ornate decorations and a clear blue sky above.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden beams, and a gravel courtyard.
A traditional Japanese building complex with a gravel courtyard and surrounding trees.
A traditional Japanese temple with red pillars and a tiled roof.
A traditional Japanese temple with red torii gates and a tiled roof.

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THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

4 out of 5
Chuo
Price was NZ$4,780, price is now NZ$3,632 per person
NZ$3,632
per person
25 Dec - 1 Jan
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Osaka (KIX)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,051 reviews)
This was a great choice if staying in the Osaka area. Room was comfortable, staff was super friendly.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka

4 out of 5
Naniwa
Price was NZ$5,560, price is now NZ$4,085 per person
NZ$4,085
per person
25 Dec - 1 Jan
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Osaka (KIX)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,477 reviews)
Room was small but clean. The hotel area was very close to Kyoto station but was quiet.

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
Gion
Price was NZ$5,251, price is now NZ$3,989 per person
NZ$3,989
per person
25 Dec - 1 Jan
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Osaka (KIX)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,180 reviews)
The Nohga Hotel was one of the best hotels we stayed at during our 21 day trip to Japan. Highly recommend this hotel if you’re staying in Kyoto. Great location and hats off to everyone working there. What a delight.

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Tours & day trips

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Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option

Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 824 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$23 and current price is NZ$11 per adult
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History & culture

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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 726 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$51 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Kyoto: Hidden Gems E-Bike Tour Through Backstreets & Temples

Kyoto: Hidden Gems E-Bike Tour Through Backstreets & Temples

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 78 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$152 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Kyoto: Geisha Dinner & Gion Cultural Walk

Kyoto: Geisha Dinner & Gion Cultural Walk

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$473 and current price is NZ$449 per adult
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Attractions

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Kansai: Have Fun in Kansai Pass

Kansai: Have Fun in Kansai Pass

Activity duration is 7 days
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Price is NZ$70 per traveller
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Kyoto Imperial Palace

8.8/10 (4,212 reviews)
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
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Kyoto Garden Palace

Kyoto Garden Palace

3 out of 5
605 Tatsumae-Cho Kyoto Kyoto
Kyoto Garden Palace
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Nakadachiuri, Shinmachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

4.5 out of 5
45-1, Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru Kyoto Kyoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 out of 5
Nakagyo-ku Kiyamachi-dori Sanjyo Agaru Kyoto Kyoto
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

5 out of 5
416 Shimomaruyacho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
Hilton Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

3 out of 5
Oike-agaru, Higashinotoin St. Nakagyo Kyoto Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

4 out of 5
301-1, Narayacho Kyoto Kyoto
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
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