Kyoto Walking Tour and Shopping at Nishiki Market
Overview
Book this 3-hour guided walking tour of Kyoto's Nishiki Market and live an unforgettable experience!
Highlights
- You'll explore Kyoto's 400-year-old Nishiki Market with a local guide
- There are five unique dishes from Kyoto to enjoy at the market
- The tour includes hidden shrines, local shops and Kyoto's rich culinary heritage
- You'll learn the stories behind Kyoto's traditional food culture
Known as "Kyoto's Kitchen," Nishiki Market has supplied the city with fresh ingredients and local delicacies for over 400 years.
On this guided walking tour, explore the bustling covered arcade with a knowledgeable local guide while sampling five Kyoto specialities, including yuba, wagyu steak, hamo tempura, and traditional obanzai dishes. Beyond the market, stroll through nearby streets to discover shrines, historic landmarks, and hidden local gems as you learn how Kyoto's food culture has evolved alongside its centuries-old traditions.
Blending sightseeing, storytelling, and authentic flavours, this tour offers a memorable introduction to the heart of Kyoto.
What's included
- Guided walking tour
- Food tasting
- Additional food and drinks
Meeting & pickup
Meet 10 minutes before the scheduled start time in front of the Daimaru Karasuma Department Store on Shijo-dori Street, located in front of the Shijo Takakura Bus Stop. Please keep in mind that there are two Daimaru department stores. This meeting point is NOT at the Fuji Daimaru department store.
Additional info
Know in advance:
- This tour cannot accommodate vegetarian, halal, gluten-free or allergy-related requests
- This food tour starts strictly on time. Please be respectful of the other guests. If guests do not arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will begin regardless
- This tour involves a lot of walking, please be reminded to wear comfortable shoes
- The tastings (subject to change) include Yuba (tofu skin), local home cooking, Hamo tempura, steak skewers, and rice crepe or cracker
- The minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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