--- title: Discover Kyoto at Night by Bike lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 91 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 52 duration_minutes: 225 languages: [ja, en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 7 of 11 (Bike & E-Bike Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/discover-kyoto-at-night-by-bike/ --- # Discover Kyoto at Night by Bike **Guidekin's take:** Cycle through Kyoto after sunset while a guide shares the city's history and traditions. Bicycle use, bottled water and entry fees are included; moderate fitness is required and hotel transport is excluded. 4.92 from 52 reviews at €91 per person for 3h 45m. In our comparison: #7 of 11 in Bike & E-Bike Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Imagine exploring the historic streets of Kyoto under the soft glow of lanterns and moonlight, with the gentle sound of your bicycle wheels accompanying you. Our Nighttime Bicycle Tour offers a unique and unforgettable way to experience the city's beaty, culture, and charm after sunset. Escape the crowds. Our bilingual guides are passionate about Kyoto's history, culture and traditions. They'll share fascinating stories and insider tips to help you truly connect with the city. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 18:30: one departure a day **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €91 per person - Duration: 3h 45m - Rating: 4.92/5 from 52 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Jaime - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Japanese, English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 18:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.92 from 52 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 51 of 52. - 5 stars: 50 (96%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (2%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Bottled water - Use of bicycle - All Entrance Fees ## Not included - Hotel Transportation - Guide Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine** (40m) - Fushimi Inari Shrine is the most visited Shinto shrine in kyoto. With its thousands of Torii gates, attracts thousands of from around the world 2. **When the sun sets over Kyoto, Miyagawa-cho transforms into a magical realm of...** (15m) - When the sun sets over Kyoto, Miyagawa-cho transforms into a magical realm of glowing lanterns, timeless beauty, and cultural intrigue. Located just south of Gion and running parallel to the Kamogawa River, this historical geisha district is a must visit, especially at night.... 3. **Gion** (10m; admission included) - at night offers a unique and unforgettable experience, where the charm of Japan's traditional culture comes alive under the stars. The iconic Hanamikoji street, lined with historic tea houses (ochaya), is particularly stunning at night. We'll ride through Gion's most... 4. **Yasui-Konpiragu** (10m) - After a pleasant ride through Maiko and Geisha alleyways, we visit one of Kyoto's most unusual and fascinating Shinto shrines, where visitors come seeking to cut ties with bad relationships or habits and form stronger and more positive ones. At the heart of the shrine there... 5. **The area surrounding Hokan-ji, better known as Yasaka Pagoda, is one of Kyoto...** (15m) - The area surrounding Hokan-ji, better known as Yasaka Pagoda, is one of Kyoto's most photographed locations. The pagoda sits amidst narrow cobblestoned streets lined with traditional Machiya townhouses. At dusk, the streets are illuminated by lanterns, creating a magical... 6. **Our next area of interest is the best night scenery, and spot for photos** (15m) - Considered by many as the most traditional area of Japan, Ninenzaka is one of the two slopes that offer tourists an amazing view, specially at night, of what Japan used to be in the past. 7. **Maruyama Park** (pass by, no stop) - It’s the most famous park in Higashiyama, with cherry trees, ponds and wooden bridges. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point, [Seven Eleven] is just across the road in front of the of the station. Adress 1) Go towards the Hachijo West Exit of Kyoto Station 2) Right next to the "Hotel Via Inn Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit" Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Bike & E-Bike Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 11** | €91 | 3h 45m | 4.92 (52) | shared | | [Bike Kyoto's Grand Loop: Full-Day Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike option)](/japan/kyoto/tours/bike-kyoto-s-grand-loop-full-day-kyoto-bike-tour-e-bike-option/?format=md) | €146 | 7h | 4.98 (590) | shared | | [Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/hidden-kyoto-e-biking-tour/?format=md) | €101 | 3h 45m | 4.96 (2149) | shared | | [Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Family Bike Tour ( Infants & Kids )](/japan/kyoto/tours/arashiyama-bamboo-forest-family-bike-tour-infants-kids/?format=md) | €365 per group | 3h | 5.0 (35) | shared | Ranked #7 of 11 in Bike & E-Bike Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €91 to €238, median €107; typical length 4h. 2 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-bike-tours/?format=md ## More in Kyoto - All Kyoto tours: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/discover-kyoto-at-night-by-bike/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/?format=md