Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Parks
Kyoto is studded with parks, ranging from the huge Imperial Palace Park to tiny pockets
in residential neighbourhoods where local kids gather to play. All of Kyoto's parks are
free.
Kyoto Imperial Palace Park
Kyoto's Central Park ( CLICK HERE ) is a treasure that many visitors to the city overlook. It
has everything from baseball diamonds to carp ponds.
Maruyama-kōen
Above Yasaka-jinja and smack on the main Southern Higashiyama sightseeing route, this
lovely park ( CLICK HERE ) is a great spot for a picnic. It also happens to be Kyoto's most
popular hanami (cherry blossom viewing) spot.
Imperial Properties
All of Kyoto's imperial properties can be toured for free - Kyoto Imperial Palace ( CLICK
HERE ), Sentō Gosho ( CLICK HERE ), Shūgaku-in Rikyū Imperial Villa and Katsura Rikyū
Imperial Villa ( CLICK HERE ). Keep in mind, however, that only the main one, the Kyoto
Imperial Palace, allows children (as long as they are accompanied by adults). Children be-
low the age of 20 are not permitted at the other three.
Other Attractions
Kamo-gawa
Like the Imperial Palace Park, this is a great place to spend a relaxing afternoon strolling
and picnicking. In the summer you'll be treated to free fireworks shows as local youths
hold impromptu hanabi-taikai (fireworks festivals).
Nishiki Market
It costs nothing to wander through this wonderful market ( CLICK HERE ). Of course, you
might find something that you just have to buy…
 
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