Outdoors things to do in Kyoto

We rank 206 outdoor things to do in Kyoto, Japan. The highest scoring is Ultimate Kyoto Arashiyama Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys & Hidden Gardens with an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $15 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
206
In the 90+ Club
2
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
Ultimate Kyoto Arashiyama Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys & Hidden Gardens93$625h5/5 (1,763)
World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience90$1248.5h4.9/5 (2,522)
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)89$1093h5/5 (739)
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour88$573h4.9/5 (1,158)
Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)87$64003h5/5 (1,919)
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine87$961.5h5/5 (438)
Kyoto E-Bike Tour: The Silver Pavilion & Philosopher's Path85$934h5/5 (316)
Pedal Adventure Kyoto's iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour85$834h5/5 (286)
South Kyoto in a Nutshell: Gentle Backstreet Bike Tour!84$773h5/5 (264)
Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Historical Walking Tour82$153h4.9/5 (306)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Kyoto

Outdoors in Kyoto: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Kyoto?
Ultimate Kyoto Arashiyama Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys & Hidden Gardens is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100 from 1,763 traveler reviews. World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird), Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour follow close behind. We rank 206 outdoors experiences in Kyoto in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Kyoto cost?
Expect around $6026 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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