Ｓ  １. SanjyuSangen-do
 
20 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 0 円

Don't miss the Kannon statues of 1001 bodies and national-treasures each 5 meter intervals. There is a prayer candle in the main hall, and you'll write your wish fulfillment on the candle.
 

 Ｓ  ２. Toji Temple
 
20 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 800 円

The highest quintuple tower in Japan is a symbol over 1200 years and a world heritage. It's nice to visit the inside early morining opened at 6 o'clock.
 

 Ｓ  ３. Tofukuji Temple
 
15 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Miyako Line, get off at Tofukuji Sta. → 10 min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 400 円

The red autumn leaves are famous,however blue maple in summer is also amaging! On the other side I walked on the "Tontenbashi" crossthere is the Kaidamido which is a characteristic temple with a castle tower on the roof over the "Tontenbashi" bridge.
 

 Ｓ  ４. Fushimi-Inari Shrine
 
13 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Nara Line, get off at Inari Sta. → 1 min by walk
Popular ★★★★★　Fee ￥ 0 円

The tunnels created by 10,000+ tori-is are just astonishing, even for locals! It stretches over 6km in length, and feels like a gateway to a different world. It is now considered one of the most popular places to visit. 

 Ｓ  ５. Kenninji Temple
 
23 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Karasuma Subway Line, get off at Sijyo Sta. → Hankyu Kyoto Main Line, get off at Kawaramachi Sta.→ 10min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 500 円

Paintings such as「Painting of Two Dragons」「The Wind and Thunder Gods」(Also a national heritage) will leave you mesmerized for hours. Visit the oldest Zen temple in the country today.

 Ｅ  ６. Yasaka Shrine
 
27 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Nara Line, get off at Tofukuji Sta. → Keihan Line, get off at Gion-Shijyo Sta.→ 11min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 0 円

Would you like to know about your true love? This shrine is famous for its deity of marriage. Try the fortune slip to know more about your future romance! The light-up during the night is another reason why it a popular place to visit in the Gion area.

 Ｅ  ７. Kiyomizu-Dera Temple
 
40 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Nara Line, get off at Tofukuji Sta. → Keihan Line, get off at Kiyomizu-Gojyo Sta.→ 26min by walk
Popular ★★★★★　Fee ￥ 400 円

Not only is it attractive in the day time, but Kiyomizu-dera Temple is also the best at its beautiful night time light-ups. With many stores and cafes along the way, you won’t be unentertained.

 Ｅ  ８. Tenjyuan
 
32 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Subway Karasuma Line, get off at Karasuma-Oike Sta. → Subway Tozai Line, get off at Keage  Sta.→ 9min by walk
Popular ★★★　Fee ￥ 400 円

Tenju-an is most famous for its beautiful foliage in the fall time, but little does everyone know that it is also just as attractive in the summer time. Take a picture, and it will turn out looking like a clip from a magazine.

 Ｅ  ９. Nanzenji Temple
 
30 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Subway Karasuma Line, get off at Karasuma-Oike Sta. → Subway Tozai Line, get off at Keage  Sta.→ 11min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 500 円

A Roman Suirokaku (waterway) in the middle of a Japanese temple . . .? But as they say, opposites attract. The contrast between the two is just transfixing. The national heritage botanical garden and the foliage is just as breathtaking. Instagram-worthy pictures, anyone?

 Ｅ  10. Eikando
 
34 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Subway Karasuma Line, get off at Karasuma-Oike Sta. → Subway Tozai Line, get off at Keage  Sta.→ 15min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 600 円

Hands-down, the absolute best place for viewing foliage in the fall time. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it during the other seasons! The relaxing view of the garden will surely make you forget all your troubles.

 Ｅ  11. Nijo Castle
 
20 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Subway Karasuma Line, get off at Karasuma-Oike Sta. → Subway Tozai Line, get off at Nijyo-Mae  Sta.→ 5min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 600 円

Built in 1603, this castle is a key location in Japanese history. Once burned down as a part of an assassination scheme, the Nijo Castle we see today was rebuilt several times. Did we mention that it is also a world heritage? Get lost in the Edo Period and learn more about its rich history. 

 Ｅ  12. Kyoto Imperial Palace
 
13 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → Subway Karasuma Line, get off at Karasuma-Oike Sta. → Subway Tozai Line, get off at Maruta-machi  Sta.→ 3min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 0 円

Kyoto Imperial Palace is different from other heritages in Japan—that’s because it is a palace! Former Japanese Emperors have actually stayed and had rituals here. Because it was built for Japanese emperors, the palace allows visitors to enjoy seasonal flowers, with cherry blossoms in the spring being the best.
 

 N  13. Ninna-ji Temple
 
36 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Sanin Line, get off at Hanazono Sta.→ 19min by walk
Popular ★★★　Fee ￥ 500 円

Take your time and stroll through the world heritage garden. The bright red Deva gate (Niomon) is one of the Three Greatest Gates in Kyoto. It is a must-see. 

 N  14. Ryoanji Temple
 
43 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Sanin Line, get off at Hanazono Sta.→ 26min by walk
Popular ★★★★★　Fee ￥ 500 円

Can you imagine a garden that uses rocks to look as water? If not, put Ryoan-ji temple on your to-go list! What’s most fascinating about this garden is that instead of water, it uses various sized rocks and sand to “look” as if it is a pool of water! It’s quite hard to describe in words, so go and see the view yourself!
 

 N  15. Kifune Shrine
 
83 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Nara Line, get off at iTofukuji Sta.→ Keihan Main Line, get off at Demachiyanagi → Eizan Railway,get off at at Kibuneguchi →  5min by bus
Popular ★★★★★　Fee ￥ 0 円

This shrine is famous for its deity of water. You must try the water fortune slip! The sound of calm flowing water will cool you down for sure, which makes this shrine a popular spot in the summer.
 
 

 N  16. Tenryu-ji Temple
 
32 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Sagano Line, get off at Saga-Arashiyama Sta.→ 13min by walk
Popular ★★★★　Fee ￥ 500 円

No other garden is as breathtaking as the one here in Tenryu-ji Temple. The reflection of tree leaves on the water makes it feel like a different world. The contrast of the water, the mountains, the temple—no wonder it’s a world heritage!
 
 

 N  17. Togetsu-kyo Bridge
 
32 min from Kyoto Sta.
Kyoto Sta. → JR Sagano Line, get off at Saga-Arashiyama Sta.→ 13min by walk
Popular ★★★★★　Fee ￥ 0 円

Without question, this is one of the best places to visit in Kyoto. Connecting the Arashiyama Mountains, a spectacular view can be seen from this bridge. The Hozu river streaming down between the mountains makes it feel like you’re really in Kyoto. You can also enjoy riding on boats along the Hozu river.