Secret Kyoto: Our Tour Leaders' Exclusive List in Local Neighborhoods
Skip the crowds and navigate Kyoto's historic heart with a local guide who knows the best paths and hidden stories.Overview
ABOUT THE “SECRET KYOTO” TOUR:
The "Secret Kyoto" tour invites you to explore the hidden side of Kyoto through the eyes of a local tour leader. Led by a passionate tour leader, you'll be taken to their favorite spots and secret places that most tourists never get to see. Whether it's alleyways with independent cafes, tucked-away temples, or hidden art scenes, your guide will share their personal connections to the city and introduce you to the places they love most. This personalized tour is designed to give you an insider’s view of Kyoto, who can also cater to your interests.
*NOTE* This TOMOGO! Tour does not have a fixed itinerary or a set location. After booking, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your interests directly with your tour leader through TOMOGO!’s in-app messaging system for a more personalized experience.
WHAT YOUR EXPERIENCE COULD LOOK LIKE:
Venture into the heart of Kyoto’s lesser-known neighborhoods, where your tour leader will show you their personal favorite spots. Whether it's a quiet garden tucked between skyscrapers, a food market only locals know, or a cultural hotspot off the usual tourist route, every stop will reflect your tour leader's unique experiences and love for the city. This is your chance to see Kyoto through their eyes, with plenty of room to adapt the tour to your mood and interests.
Feel free to make spontaneous changes along the way, ensuring the experience matches your mood, all while being led by a knowledgeable tour leader who’s there to make your journey truly one of a kind.
What you will do
Where we'll meet
What's Included
- Certified TOMOGO! Tour Leader with local expertise
- Guided walk through streets and hidden gems
- Cultural insights and historical context
- Recommendations for food stalls, photo spots, and local attractions
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
- Food, drinks, or souvenirs purchased during the tour.
- Any kind of tickets (including entrance fees, event tickets, or attraction tickets)
Tour Reviews
The tour was super well organized especially because of our experienced tour guide Mariana.
The scenery was gorgeous, we had the best time
Dean had a well-organised itinerary and managed to show us a lot of great areas, timed perfectly to get us back to the hotel at the end! Very friendly and informative too - thanks Dean :)
It was a lovely wander through key attractions and neighbourhoods of Kyoto. A perfect way to get oriented to a few of the city highlights and enjoy a taster for more indepth discovery. Thanks for the experience Dean. I appreciated the extra tips too.
The most amazing tour of the quieter parts of Kyoto visiting the most beautiful shrines and other places of interest. Jake was extremely knowledgeable and we had a great time. This is the kind of tour you want 
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- Guests must be 20 years or older to consume alcohol, as per Japanese law
- Please inform us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies
- Any food and beverage expenses incurred during the tour are at your own cost (the tour leader will cover their own expenses).
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start.
Cancellations or date changes made up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled tour start time are permitted and will be fully refunded.
To qualify for a full refund, cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
Changes requested less than 24 hours before the scheduled start time will not be accepted.
All deadlines are based on the local time of the experience.
