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5 Zoos & Aquariums in Kyoto That You Shouldn't Miss
The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
Restaurants in Kyoto
1. Monkey Park Iwatayama
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,631 reviews
Reviewed By Mauifolks - Pukalani, United States
Outstanding experience to hike in a beautiful setting and see monkeys in their natural habitat. Even the opportunity to feed them which was a lot of fun. Food provided was super cheap and staff very friendly.
2. Kyoto Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 538 reviews
Reviewed By Wingfield73 - Chiang Mai, Thailand
We were a little alarmed by the admission fee (although I as a senior got a reduction) but in view of the whole experience, the price represented good value for money. This aquarium is big and has plenty of very big fishes including sharks and friendly manta rays. The latter you can actually stroke. As with so many modern zoos and plant collections, the emphasis is education on conservation and ecology. We were amazed to see a frogman in the big tank feeding the fish, caressing them and when a couple of mantas came up to seemingly protect him, this was an emotional moment. The small collection of jelly fish is a delight and the illumination makes them appear as living jewels. Not to be missed.
3. Kyoto Municipal Zoo
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By VadimM67 - Murmansk, Russia
My daughter was tired of temples and shrines in Kyoto for two days, so we decided to end the visit with a sensual pleasure - a zoo. Kyoto zoo is small only 4 hectares and you can get around it in 2 hours. Although it celebrated a hundred years back in 2003, it looks modern. The secret is simple: the zoo was reopened in 2015 after renovation. Kyoto zoo captivates you even before you see the first crocodile and macaque. It wins the humane price. Admission fees are very good value at only 600 yen for adults, and free for children! The main zoo must see is available.The zoo’s collection contains all the “hits” like lions, tigers, jaguars, gorillas, chimpanzees, zebras, deer, llamas, Red pandas, elephants, hippos and giraffes. Birds are represented by ostriches, cranes, swans, ducks, flamingos, eagles, hawks, peacocks, Humboldt penguins. In addition to the international set of the same for Moscow, Munich, New York Bronx visit to the zoo in each country is an opportunity to see local animals. Japan is represented by Japanese raccoon dog (tanuki), Japanese macaques and bears. If you get thirsty or hungry, café and restaurant waits fro you. You can buy some souvenirs in the shop.
4. Hanazono Church Aquarium
〇church aquarium 〇180 species 〇Fresh water fish 〇Feeding time. You can touch Pirarucu and turtle and Lizard 〇Reservation required
