Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
A 65 hectare garden surrounding Kyoto Gosho and Sento Gosho (Imperial Palaces) which can be freely visited at any time. Before the capital was moved to Tokyo, the area was filled with mansions for imperial household members and court nobles, but after the move, these were demolished and the area was refurbished as grounds for the palace. Later, it was opened up as a public garden. Home to such historic sites as, of course, the palace, Kujo Pond, and the Shu Sui Tei (Tea-ceremony House), the garden is also filled with trees, small rivers, and an abundance of natural beauty. There are tennis courts, sports grounds, and other exercise facilities, and people of all ages can come here to relax and refresh themselves.
Spot details
- Address
- Kyoto Kyoutoshi Kamigyou-ku Kyoutogyoen 3 Map
- Phone
- 0752116348
- Hours
- All day open garden
- Closed
- open everyday (Please contact us for information on Sundays when tour facilities are closed.)
- Fees
- [Entrance fee] Free (300 yen for Shusuitei)
- Parking Lot
- Available (About 200 spaces for passenger cars/5 spaces for disabled people, 16 spaces for buses)
- Credit Card
- Not available
- Smoking
- Not available
- Wi-Fi
- Available (KYOTO Wi-Fi only at 2 locations in the rest area)
- English Menu
- Available
- Estimated stay time
- 60-120 minutes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Possible (some items may not be available)
- Infant friendly
- Available
- Pet friendly
- Possible (use of leash, taking out fan and trash after brushing *However, you cannot enter the facility)
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN
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- So serene, youll almost forget youre in the middle of a bustling city.
- After a grueling 12 hour flight from LAX to KIX and a somewhat fitful night of sleeping, this garden was exactly what my wife, my 1.5 year old son, and I needed. After a nice breakfast, we arrived...
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- Perfect spot to unwind
- Kyoto Gyoen National Garden is a perfect spot to unwind and bask in natures beauty! The serene atmosphere and lush greenery create a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city. Whether youre taking a...
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- Great green space
- Here in the middle of Kyoto is an urban oasis, perfect for a stroll on a winter’s day. Bikes have to be left at the perimeter.
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