Outdoors things to do in Kyoto

We rank 373 outdoor things to do in Kyoto, Japan. The highest scoring is Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available) with an Outty Ranking of 96 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $15 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
373
In the 90+ Club
7
Available today
60
From
$15

Outdoors in Kyoto compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Kyoto by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)96$493h5/5 (1,978)
Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets96$625h5/5 (1,897)
World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience93$1278.5h4.9/5 (2,836)
Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available91$684.5h4.9/5 (1,219)
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkey Park & Temple Tour91$593h4.9/5 (1,276)
Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch90$1045h4.9/5 (1,124)
The Kyoto Grand Loop: Full-Day Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike option)90$1737h5/5 (586)
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)89$1043h5/5 (762)
Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour88$421.5h5/5 (428)
Kyoto E-Bike Tour: The Silver Pavilion & Philosopher's Path88$954h5/5 (321)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Kyoto

Outdoors in Kyoto: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Kyoto?
Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available) is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 96 out of 100 from 1,978 traveler reviews. Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets, World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience, Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available follow close behind. We rank 373 outdoors experiences in Kyoto in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Kyoto cost?
Expect around $817 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Historical Walking Tour from $15, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Kyoto for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Kyoto currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Kyoto?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Kyoto, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
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