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kyoto

Kyoto’s calm but never boring. Walk through the bamboo grove in Arashiyama, snack your way through Nishiki Market, and temple-hop from Fushimi Inari to Kiyomizu-dera. End the day in Gion, where the lanterns actually make the whole place feel unreal.

Activities

Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu

Make matcha in a quiet Sannenzaka tea house, surrounded by a garden designed by a legendary landscape artist

Full-Day Best UNESCO and Historical Sites Bus Tour

See all the major Kyoto spots in one day. Temples bamboo forest Fushimi Inari. Bus made it easy

Nishiki Market for a Local Food Tasting Tour

Start at Nishiki Market trying local snacks like tofu skin and wagyu skewers then check out a small shrine and temple before ending in a department store basement full of food stalls

Matsui Sake Brewery

Unreal brewery. You get a good look into how Sake is made and try some great samples

Kendo and Samurai experience

Try real samurai training, learn kendo basics, and slice a tatami mat with an actual sword

Hidden Gems walking Tour

Walk through Gion’s old streets, learn about geisha culture, and chance to spot a Maiko

Nara Guided Morning Tour

Quick morning trip. See the giant Buddha, walk through Nara Park, and feed the chill deer that roam around

Gion Cultural Walk with Geisha Show

Walk around Gion with a guide then meet a real Maiko over lunch or tea and ask her questions after her performance

Breakfast & Lunch

Smart coffee

Retro café known for fluffy pancakes, French toast, and old-school Kyoto charm

% Arabica Kyoto Higashiyama

Trendy coffee shop with great espresso and pastries, perfect for a quick stylish breakfast near the river

Dinner

Teppan Tavern Tenamonya

Fun teppanyaki spot where you can watch wagyu cook right in front of you.

Premium Pound Gion

Sleek steakhouse serving high-end wagyu in a cool Gion setting

Niku-Mon

Lively yakiniku joint where you grill premium cuts yourself at the table

Sushi Kaneko

Best omakase! Small, quality sushi counter with fresh fish and a calm, refined vibe

Sushiiwa

More upscale but still chill, known for fresh seasonal sushi and a relaxed counter-style setup

Must do activites

Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu

Make matcha in a quiet Sannenzaka tea house, surrounded by a garden designed by a legendary landscape artist

Full-Day Best UNESCO and Historical Sites Bus Tour

See all the major Kyoto spots in one day. Temples bamboo forest Fushimi Inari. Bus made it easy

Nishiki Market for a Local Food Tasting Tour

Start at Nishiki Market trying local snacks like tofu skin and wagyu skewers then check out a small shrine and temple before ending in a department store basement full of food stalls

Matsui Sake Brewery

Unreal brewery. You get a good look into how Sake is made and try some great samples

Kendo and Samurai experience

Try real samurai training, learn kendo basics, and slice a tatami mat with an actual sword

Best Eats

Sushi Kaneko

Best omakase! Small, quality sushi counter with fresh fish and a calm, refined vibe

Best Nightlife

Kitsune club

Popular late-night spot with EDM and hip-hop, packed with students and travelers

Kiyamachi Bar Street

A whole strip of bars and small clubs, super active at night

Best Living

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Hotels

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Central location near shops and nightlife, modern vibe, not too pricey

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Stylish, walkable to Gion and Nishiki Market, good for young travelers
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The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Clean, sleek, and super close to restaurants and bars

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Cool design, central, and near good food spots

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

A little more upscale but still young-friendly, tucked near Gion with a peaceful vibe. Farther way from main tourist areas

Airbnb

Condo in Nakagyo

Bars

L'ESCAMOTEUR Bar

More chill but super unique, cocktail bar with a cool aesthetic

Kiyamachi Bar Street

A whole strip of bars and small clubs, super active at night

Attractions

Sagrada Familia Tour

Largest Catholic Church in the World- The line is always long so the Skip the line ticket is the play.

Parc GĂĽell Tour

The iconic Gaudí Park. Recommend buying Skip-the-Line tickets, it’s usually pretty crowded!

Casa MilĂ 

A 2-hour class with a The last private residence designed by the famous architect Antoni GaudĂ­.

Moco Museum

Independent museum with a wide range of inspiring modern, contemporary, and street art- great spot for good photos!

Bunkers Viewpoint

It can be tough to fit a game into a weekend, but the tour is a perfect way to experience the stadium in a short amount of time.

Picasso Museum

Visit the largest collection of Picasso’s work and learn from a specialized art expert to get a full understanding of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

Montjuic Castle

You can either take the tour or hop on the metro to the hill and ride the cable car up to the castle.

Day Trips

Montserrat Monastery - Hike

Long day trip but so worth the views of Catalonia from the top of the mountain.

Montserrat - Horse Riding Experience

6.5-hour day trip to Montserrat – enjoy a chill 50-minute scenic drive, then spend the rest of the day horseback riding through the stunning park. The perfect way to see all the epic views and hidden gems!

Montserrat Hot Air Balloon

Once in a lifetime experience. If you are going to hot air balloon, the two places to do it are Montserrat and Switzerland.

Montserrat, Girona and Costa Brava

An 11 hour tour that does a fantastic job at hitting all the spots. See the booking link for details.

Penedés Wine Tasting

If you’re studying in Barcelona or planning an extended weekend, we highly recommend this wine tour! We’ve gotten amazing feedback from past guests – it’s a must-do day trip to Catalonia!

Shopping

Passeig de GrĂ cia

Mix of designer shops and the classics like Zara. Right around Plaza Catalunya.

El Cortes Inglés

Big department store in Spain, where you can find everything from clothes to tech and home stuff.

Avinguda Diagonal

Close to Passeig de GrĂ cia. Shop in both these areas in the same day.
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La Rambla

La Rambla is a street in the center of Barcelona, running from Plaça de Catalunya to the Columbus Monument. It’s lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers.

El Raval

Diverse culture, vibrant street life, and a mix of modern and traditional shops, cafes, and galleries.

Holala

Unique vintage clothing with a wide range of options from cheap to expensive.
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Montana Vintage Shop

“This place is insane. Liourally so much stuff and all fantastic quality. You have to have energy to go here but it’s all great brands and they have unique things.”

Love Vintage Shop

High end quality vintage clothes.

Hotel / Hostel

Attractions

Sagrada Familia Tour

Largest Catholic Church in the World- The line is always long so the Skip the line ticket is the play.

Parc GĂĽell Tour

The iconic Gaudí Park. Recommend buying Skip-the-Line tickets, it’s usually pretty crowded!

Casa MilĂ 

A 2-hour class with a The last private residence designed by the famous architect Antoni GaudĂ­.

Moco Museum

Independent museum with a wide range of inspiring modern, contemporary, and street art- great spot for good photos!

Bunkers Viewpoint

It can be tough to fit a game into a weekend, but the tour is a perfect way to experience the stadium in a short amount of time.

Picasso Museum

Visit the largest collection of Picasso’s work and learn from a specialized art expert to get a full understanding of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

Montjuic Castle

You can either take the tour or hop on the metro to the hill and ride the cable car up to the castle.

Day Trips

Montserrat Monastery - Hike

Long day trip but so worth the views of Catalonia from the top of the mountain.

Montserrat - Horse Riding Experience

6.5-hour day trip to Montserrat – enjoy a chill 50-minute scenic drive, then spend the rest of the day horseback riding through the stunning park. The perfect way to see all the epic views and hidden gems!

Montserrat Hot Air Balloon

Once in a lifetime experience. If you are going to hot air balloon, the two places to do it are Montserrat and Switzerland.

Montserrat, Girona and Costa Brava

An 11 hour tour that does a fantastic job at hitting all the spots. See the booking link for details.

Penedés Wine Tasting

If you’re studying in Barcelona or planning an extended weekend, we highly recommend this wine tour! We’ve gotten amazing feedback from past guests – it’s a must-do day trip to Catalonia!

Shopping

Passeig de GrĂ cia

Mix of designer shops and the classics like Zara. Right around Plaza Catalunya.

El Cortes Inglés

Big department store in Spain, where you can find everything from clothes to tech and home stuff.

Avinguda Diagonal

Close to Passeig de GrĂ cia. Shop in both these areas in the same day.
Info

La Rambla

La Rambla is a street in the center of Barcelona, running from Plaça de Catalunya to the Columbus Monument. It’s lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers.

El Raval

Diverse culture, vibrant street life, and a mix of modern and traditional shops, cafes, and galleries.

Holala

Unique vintage clothing with a wide range of options from cheap to expensive.
Info

Montana Vintage Shop

“This place is insane. Liourally so much stuff and all fantastic quality. You have to have energy to go here but it’s all great brands and they have unique things.”

Love Vintage Shop

High end quality vintage clothes.

Clubs

Kitsune club

Popular late-night spot with EDM and hip-hop, packed with students and travelers

World Kyoto

Big club with EDM and techno, good DJs and a student-heavy crowd
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