2 days in Kyoto Itinerary

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Haru Cooking Class. On the 30th (Sat), contemplate the long history of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and then indulge your taste buds at Haru Cooking Class. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: step into the grandiose world of Nijo Castle, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kinkaku-ji, then admire the natural beauty at Nanzen-ji Temple, and finally contemplate the long history of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Kyoto road trip app .

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Osaka International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Chubu Centrair International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 77°F in May, and nighttime lows around 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.