Walking distance from Kiyomizu-dera Temple to Ginkaku-ji Temple
Kyoto, JP
Distance
5.39 km
3.35 mi
Walking time
1h 12m
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking1h 12mrecommended
🚴Cycling21 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving9 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Kiyomizu-dera Temple or Ginkaku-ji Temple.
- The route runs through Kyoto streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- As you stand at the base of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the scent of incense wafts through the air, mingling with the fresh aroma of the nearby cherry blossoms. The wooden structures rise majestically before you, their intrica
Other walking distances in Kyoto
Kiyomizu-dera Temple → Fushimi Inari-taisha4.41 km · 59 minKiyomizu-dera Temple → Heian-kyō2.03 km · 27 minKiyomizu-dera Temple → Tō-ji Temple5.02 km · 1h 7mKiyomizu-dera Temple → Heian Jingū3.16 km · 42 minKinkaku-ji Temple → Heian-kyō7.26 km · 1h 37mKinkaku-ji Temple → Ginkaku-ji Temple7.38 km · 1h 39m
FAQ
How far is Kiyomizu-dera Temple from Ginkaku-ji Temple?
5.39 km (3.35 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Kyoto.
How long does it take to walk?
About 1h 12m at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Ginkaku-ji Temple?
Yes - the 5.39 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.