
Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
Not yet rated
No traveler reviews have been published for this experience yet.
Quick answer
Is Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area worth booking?
Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area is a 2-hour experience in Kyoto, Japan, from $12000 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $12000 per person
What makes this experience special is its flexibility and privacy. This is a fully private tour limited to your group only, where you can choose your preferred area and enjoy izakayas selected based on your tastes. Inst
What you get
- Assistance with ordering and cultural explanations
- English-speaking local guide
- ¥3,000 per person for food and drinks (¥1,500 at each stop)
- Private guided bar hopping experience (your group only)
- Visit to 2 carefully selected local izakayas
- Personalized recommendations based on your preferences
About this experience
What makes this experience special is its flexibility and privacy. This is a fully private tour limited to your group only, where you can choose your preferred area and enjoy izakayas selected based on your tastes. Instead of following a fixed tourist route, you’ll explore neighborhoods loved by locals and discover Kyoto’s authentic nightlife with a knowledgeable guide. ¥3,000 per person for food and drinks is included (¥1,500 at each stop), so there’s no need to worry about ordering or payment. No language barriers, no stress — just relax and enjoy a seamless night out tailored just for you.
What's included
Included
- Assistance with ordering and cultural explanations
- English-speaking local guide
- ¥3,000 per person for food and drinks (¥1,500 at each stop)
- Private guided bar hopping experience (your group only)
- Visit to 2 carefully selected local izakayas
- Personalized recommendations based on your preferences
Not included
- Additional food or drinks beyond the included ¥3,000
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Kyoto
Kyoto is not only famous for temples and shrines, but also for its vibrant food and drinking culture. From lively nightlife districts to hidden local neighborhoods, the city offers a wide variety of izakayas, traditional pubs, and modern dining spots. Join a private bar hopping experience to explore Kyoto after dark, where you can enjoy authentic Japanese dishes, local sake, and regional specialties while learning about the city’s unique culinary traditions. Whether you prefer a bustling entertainment area or a quiet local district, Kyoto’s diverse neighborhoods provide the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kyoto
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of 7-Eleven Heart-In JR Yamashina Station holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Meeting point
Kyoto
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of Lawson Shijo Saiin holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Meeting point
Kyoto
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of FamilyMart Shijo Kiyamachi Kita holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Meeting point
Kyoto
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of the Rajomon Gate Reconstruction Model holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of 7-Eleven Heart-In JR Yamashina Station holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Ends at
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of Lawson Shijo Saiin holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Ends at
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of FamilyMart Shijo Kiyamachi Kita holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Ends at
If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of the Rajomon Gate Reconstruction Model holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.
Options you can book
Kiyamachi Nightlife Option
Kiyamachi Nightlife Option: Enjoy Kyoto’s most vibrant nightlife district with curated local izakayas. Starting point: FamilyMart, Japan, 604-8015 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nabeyachō, 222 津田ビル
Saiin Local Hidden Gems Option
Saiin Local Hidden Gems Option: Explore Saiin’s authentic local izakayas away from tourist crowds. Starting point: Lawson Shijo-Saiin, Japan, 615-0012 京都府京都市右京区西院高山寺町9
Kyoto Station Area Option
Kyoto Station Area Option: Explore hidden local izakayas around Kyoto Station with a private guide. Starting point: Model of Rajomon Gate, Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan
Yamashina Local Experience
Yamashina Local Experience: Enjoy a truly local izakaya experience in Yamashina, a hidden neighborhood of Kyoto. Starting point: 7-Eleven Heart in JR Yamashita Nakimae, Anshusajikicho, Yamashina Ward, Kyoto, 607-8012, Japan
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- DeepExperience
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- According to Japanese law, alcoholic beverages can only be enjoyed by those who are 20 years old or older.
- This tour is unable to accommodate food allergies, religious dietary restrictions, or vegan/vegetarian preferences.
Photos






Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $12000 to $33000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kyoto.
How much does Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area cost?
+
Prices start at $12000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kyoto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area take?
+
Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kyoto is not rushed.
Is Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kyoto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area?
+
Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kyoto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kyoto and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kyoto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kyoto?
+
On Outty we rank every Kyoto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kyoto : Gion Make Your Own Chopsticks with Engraving Option, Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto, Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
+
Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kyoto?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area.
Pick your date







