Kickstart your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast at one of the stalls in Nishiki Market, where you can try grilled fish, seasonal vegetables, and miso soup for an authentic taste of Kyoto.
After breakfast, it's just a short walk to your first sightseeing spot.
After breakfast, head to the stunning Kinkaku-ji, a Zen Buddhist temple whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf, offering breathtaking reflections on the surrounding pond.
For lunch, try delicious Okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake that you can customize with various ingredients, at the local favorite, Okonomiyaki Katsu.
Conclude your day with a peaceful stroll through Gion, the famous geisha district, where you might catch a glimpse of geikos and maikos on their way to appointments.