Day Trips in Kyoto — FAQ

What are the best day trips from Kyoto?
Top day trips are Nara with its deer park and Great Buddha, Osaka for food and the castle, Himeji Castle, the matcha town of Uji, and Hiroshima with Miyajima island.
How far is Nara from Kyoto?
Nara is about 45 minutes from Kyoto by train, making it the easiest and most popular day trip, famous for its free-roaming deer and the Todai-ji Great Buddha.
Can you do Hiroshima as a day trip from Kyoto?
Yes — Hiroshima is about 2 hours from Kyoto by bullet train, so the Peace Memorial and Miyajima’s floating torii make a full but rewarding day trip.