After waking up the steep but beautiful street we entered the main gate. It was flooded with so many people but was so breathtaking. We walked further to by a ticket to get within the temple (very cheap!). The views were to die for -yet crowded! The shrines were so picturesque, but remember that were there is art, there is a queue!

Marvelous temple, very beautiful, but take good walking shoes because the way up to the temple can be hard on the legs and feet. Other than that, the 400 yen cover was worth it! Beautiful views, stunning nature passages, and the calm sense of nature and peace will welcome you as you walk along the different kinds of paths that there are to discover in this temple. There is also a part of the temple that is under construction, but nothing that will hinder the other views. The little store that sells amulets and Omikuji fortune draws opens at 8:30 am, so take a good jacket if you're going in the early morning, since the temperatures can reach the 50's and you will freeze.

Good for photo. Have lots of very nice cafe. However, it was a gradual climb up, hence take your time and explore. If you need support walking, then can skip this place as there are similar places in Kyoto.

Maybe the best place in Kyoto to visit . We went at 6 .30 am in the morning and it was wonderful . Took a cab up from the hotel and then walked down the steep slope to the bus top back to the station hotel . The views are outstanding , highly recommend

Incredibly beautiful castle to visit. Peak autumn colors when we visited. Brilliant red leaves juxtaposed against the temple. Amazing even the glow of late afternoon /sunset. Experience of a lifetime

This is a must see in Kyoto! We traveled with three teens and they loved it- so much to see, hear, smell and learn about. Great views of Kyoto as well. The “main” little path through the village is good to do once (up to the temple, or down from). Upon exiting the temple, look for the stairs/road the goes to the left… it will take you down a quiet neighborhood road with more tourist shops and food.

Loved this temple, amazing views over the beautiful city of Kyoto. Lovely to walk around and take in the culture of Japan. The side streets up to the temple are well worth a look as they are traditional Japanese streets and we just loved it here

It was a nice stroll uphill to the temple. The street leading to the temple was lively, filled with tourists exploring the many restaurants and shops. We enjoyed some good food and people-watching from the restaurant we went. The temple was spacious even though there were a lot of tourists. It was a Buddhist temple with multiple prayer halls if you would like to light an incense and pray. Beautiful both in daylight and nighttime.

We took public bus to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. It was a long hike up hill to the temple grounds. Along the alley upward, you will encounter many shops selling treats, food and souvenirs. Even during pouring rain when we visited, there were still so many people, shoulder to shoulder, trekking up to the temple. The temple was built without nails reflecting skills of Japanese carpentry. Up against the veranda, you can see scenic Kyoto below.

What a wonderful temple and take in the sites. It's a bit of a walk up hill but there are places to stop and lots of shops on the way selling food, drinks and gifts. With Sakura in full bloom the temple area is spectacular. loads of visitors many young dressed up in kimonos adding more colour to an already wonderful sight.