Osaka & Kyoto

Osaka is the place for street food and big-city nights; Kyoto, a short train ride away, is the city of shrines, temples and old wooden lanes. Most trips combine the two.

Starter course

Osaka & Kyoto3–6 daysStreet food in Osaka, a theme park day and the classic Kyoto shrines and lanes.Not sure what you want yet? This one mixes landmarks, local food, one popular tour and time to rest.

Festivals & events

  • 🎉 Gion Matsuri (Kyoto) · Jul 1–31Yasaka Jinja Shrine's month-long midsummer festival in Kyoto, with float processions on 17 and 24 July.Kyoto City Official Travel Guide · checked 2026-10-26
  • 🎉 Tenjin Matsuri (Osaka) · Jul 24–25Osaka's summer festival, with a boat procession on the Okawa River and fireworks at its climax.OSAKA INFO (Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau) · checked 2026-10-26

Explore by interest

Courses in Osaka & Kyoto

Landmarks

  • DotonboriAfter dark
  • Fushimi Inari TaishaEarly morning
  • Kiyomizu-dera & Sannenzaka11 am – afternoon
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove7–8 am