Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
For Free
A glance through the pages of this topic might convince you
that sightseeing in Kyoto is going to require taking a second
mortgage on your home. Luckily there's plenty you can do
for free. Indeed, you could fill at least a week with activities
that are absolutely free. Here are just a few.
Kamo-gawa riverbank
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Temples
The general rule is that you can tour most of the grounds for free, but you pay to enter the
gardens and the main hall. There are exceptions to this, so if you see a temple, don't hesit-
ate to march in and check it out. If the main hall is open, remove your shoes and enter. If
you have to pay, rest assured that someone will let you know. The following are some
temples with spacious grounds that can be toured free of charge.
Nanzen-ji
our favourite temple for a stroll.
