Walking distance from Shimogamo Shrine to Daitoku-ji Temple
Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, JP
Distance
3.04 km
1.89 mi
Walking time
41 min
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking41 minrecommended
🚴Cycling12 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving5 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Shimogamo Shrine or Daitoku-ji Temple.
- The route runs through Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing at Shimogamo Shrine, you’re enveloped in the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant chirping of birds. The air is fragrant with the scent of cedar and moss, a reminder of the nature surrounding this ancient sit
Other walking distances in Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
Kinkaku-ji Temple → Kamigamo Shrine4.33 km · 58 minKinkaku-ji Temple → Shimogamo Shrine4.76 km · 1h 4mKinkaku-ji Temple → Kitano Tenmangū2.00 km · 27 minKinkaku-ji Temple → Daitoku-ji Temple2.08 km · 28 minKamigamo Shrine → Shimogamo Shrine3.55 km · 47 minKamigamo Shrine → Kitano Tenmangū4.87 km · 1h 5m
FAQ
How far is Shimogamo Shrine from Daitoku-ji Temple?
3.04 km (1.89 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.
How long does it take to walk?
About 41 min at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Shimogamo Shrine and Daitoku-ji Temple?
Yes - the 3.04 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.