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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 10 Family-Friendly Attractions in Kyoto [2025]
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Kyoto Railway Museum
4.8
/5
249 reviews
6.8
From £7.49
Based on 747 reviews
Kyoto City Centre | 3.6 km from downtown
Phone +81570080462
Address: Kankijicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8835, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.8 of Best Things to Do in Kyoto
Highlights:
Showcase 53 historic trains
Steam engines & bullet trains exhibit
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Located next to the aquarium, this museum displays trains from various eras. You can explore them from the inside out, from top to bottom. There are also many interactive displays on train mechanics, signal lights, simulated driving, and more. It's perfect for taking kids out, studying abroad, or taking photos.
super big and nice place, a lot of things to do here.. the kids sure learn a lot, we try the train simulation and ride on the steam train too with additional cost. super love the museum ❤️
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Kyoto Aquarium
4.6
/5
149 reviews
5.9
From £9.59
Based on 560 reviews
Kyoto City Centre | 3.3 km from downtown
Phone +81753543130
Address: 35-1 Kankijichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8835, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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Experience Jing River & dolphin show
Home to 15,000 marine creatures
Saved by 461 users130 positive reviews
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It has everything it needs. It doesn't look big and it takes 2 hours to see it all. Tickets at the door are 2400 for adults and 1200 for children, so buying tickets on Ctrip is affordable. Tickets are issued in real time and can be exchanged manually at the counter for admission.
I went there on the same day and could buy it on the same day. I could buy it whenever I wanted. It was very convenient. I went to the counter to exchange the QR code for the paper ticket and used it. I watched the dolphin show in the morning, which was pretty good. I ate a giant salamander popsicle. There were many cute dolls and toys in the store when I went out.
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Toei Kyoto Studio Park
4.5
/5
133 reviews
5.6
From £13.99
Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao | 5.5 km from downtown
Phone +81758647716
Address: 10 Uzumasa Higashihachiokachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8586, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
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Stroll town & experience history
Explore 20+ Japanese historical sets
Saved by 395 users55% positive reviews
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Saint Seiya, Slam Dunk, none of these... Mainly ninja and samurai themes, Edo period architecture, and a lot of content about Kamen Rider. The place is very small, but the service is enthusiastic. Many people rented Japanese costumes to take photos. There are not many Chinese people. Bring your kids there. You can rent a ninja outfit for 1,000 yen, buy a headscarf and wear it, and you can shoot Jay Chou's "Ninja" MV.
Visiting Toei Studio Park was so surreal because you are able to visit a movie set where they shoot their films and shows. It's actually the most enjoyable part because you got to see how the set all look like and be amazed how they made this place and even bring it back.
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Kyoto Imperial Palace
4.6
/5
472 reviews
4.8
Based on 2,501 reviews
Kawaramachi/Karasuma/Omiya | 1.5 km from downtown
Phone +810752111215
Address: 内 Kyotogyoen, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-0811, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
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-🏰 History: Kyoto Imperial Palace is the old Japanese residence of the Japanese royal family, witnessing 10 centuries of Kyoto as the capital of Japan. The current palace was built in 1855 and incorporates architectural elements from different periods in Japan. -🎨 Unique architectural style: Compared with the domestic palace, Kyoto Imperial Palace is a bit less domineering and a bit more Yin and soft. The Zixuan Palace is the core of the Imperial Palace, equivalent to the main palace, with left and right cherry blossoms and right oranges respectively. -🌿 Beautiful natural landscape: There are 1,300 lush trees and lawns in the Royal House. The Royal Court is centered on a large pond, with small bridges and flowing water, exquisite and elegant. -🎭 Rich cultural experience: there is a free Chinese tour guide at 10 o'clock and 14 o'clock every day. It is recommended to follow a guided tour to learn more about the history and culture of the Royal Palace. -🎫 Tickets are free: no tickets are required and no reservations are required. However, Xiandong Royal Palace needs to open an appointment three months in advance. -🍖 Rich food around: There are many restaurants and food stalls nearby, you can taste specialties such as matcha ice cream and Kyoto cuisine. -🚗 Convenient transportation: Located in the center of Kyoto, take the subway Karasuma Line to Maru Taishimura Station or Imotokawa Station, within walking distance. 🎉 Summary: Kyoto Imperial Palace is a beautiful landmark in the center of Kyoto, integrating traditional architecture and natural landscapes. It is a good time to travel in June, with a pleasant climate.
Kyōto Imperial Palace is the former palace of the Emperor of Japan, situated in 3 Kyotogyoen, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-0881, Japan.A massive palace complex with majestic Japanese traditional architecture, intricate gardens and huge courtyards. Its offers a truly enchanting experience that seamlessly combines history and natural beauty.
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Ginkaku-ji
4.4
/5
432 reviews
4.8
Based on 4,697 reviews
Ohara/Kibune/Kurama | 3.2 km from downtown
Phone +81757715725
Address: 2 Ginkakujichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8402, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
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I ran around and climbed up the small slope to see the panoramic view. The whole temple is not very big, but each place has its own scenery, which makes me feel very comfortable. From the layout of the entrance, there is a classic picture of dry landscape. The image of a small river composed of fine gravel, walking beside it gives me a sense of this landscape. There are various green plants on the small slope, which is very pleasing to the eye. The small pavilion is very beautiful, and it is very interesting to walk around.
Silver Pavilion is famous for its unique architectural style and historical significance. It is one of the important cultural heritages of Kyoto. Silver Pavilion was originally built to imitate Kinkakuji Temple and was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the eighth shogun of the Muromachi shogunate. It is not only known as the "Three Pavilions of Kyoto" together with Kinkakuji Temple and Hiunkaku, but also occupies an important position in the history of Japanese architecture.
Silver Pavilion has a unique architectural style. The wooden roof is the highest level in Japanese architecture, which complements the architectural style of the Emperor's Palace. The dry landscape in the temple and the "Silver Beach" made of white sand, as well as the gravel shape of the "Moon Platform", are all attractions where tourists linger. The overall style of Silver Pavilion is very stable and simple, reflecting Japan's unique aesthetic consciousness, that is, no waste, simplicity and quietness. Unlike the luxurious decoration of Kinkakuji Temple, the architectural style of Silver Pavilion is more low-key, with literary allusions as the background, which triggers tourists' infinite reverie.
After entering the garden of Ginkakuji Temple, visitors will first pass through a 50-meter-long narrow walkway composed of stone walls, bamboo walls and fences, and then visit the main hall, Silver Beach, Moon Platform and Kinjing Pond in turn. This design gives people a sense of beauty that is like a half-covered face. The courtyard of Ginkakuji Temple is particularly peaceful when the weather is clear, and the buildings are particularly peaceful under the greenery. There are also two sand dunes in the garden. It is said that the sand dunes can reflect the moonlight. On a moonlit night, they can illuminate the entire courtyard and create a quiet and beautiful scene. Ginkakuji Temple shows different faces in different seasons, with the verdant green of spring, the tranquility of summer, the red leaves of autumn, and the snowy scenery of winter. Each season has its own unique beauty. Whether it is the quiet atmosphere or the change of seasons, Ginkakuji Temple can bring different experiences to tourists.
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Heian-jingū Shrine
4.4
/5
422 reviews
4.7
Based on 25 reviews
Okazaki | 1.4 km from downtown
Phone +81757610221
Address: 97 Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8341, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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The shrines are all local Shinto shrines in Japan. They are different from temples and actually have more local characteristics.
[Scenery] The scenery is very good. The architecture is said to be Tang style, but the pond and 🌲 trees are more beautiful.
[Value for money] 600 yen is not expensive.
It is unexpected that weddings can be held here.
Heian Shrine, you can see the big torii. The big red pillars are bright and eye-catching. It's my first time here, so I naturally asked for a lucky charm and prayed.
The entrance fee to the shrine is 600 yen, and the pond and flowers are beautiful.
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Kyoto Botanical Gardens
4.3
/5
55 reviews
4.0
From £11.49
Based on 402 reviews
Ohara/Kibune/Kurama | 4.1 km from downtown
Phone +81757010141
Address: Shimogamo Hangicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0823, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Have fun with nature in the children's garden
Stroll through a greenhouse to admire thousands of plants
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I went there last year to see the autumn leaves and it was so beautiful.
I'm planning to go again at the end of this year.
It will be lit up from the 10th of next month until the end of the year.
Although we are still in a state of emergency, the Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Gardens will resume normal operations from June 1st. Many people still don’t know this, so even though it was a Saturday, there were very few visitors, so it was a very relaxing experience.
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