Experience Kyoto’s Nightlife: The Kyoto Pub Crawl
In a Nutshell
- What is it? A guided bar-hopping tour through Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife, including unlimited drinks at the first bar, exclusive discounts, and free entry to one of the city’s best nightclubs.
- Why Go? It’s the easiest and most fun way to meet new people and experience authentic local nightlife. You get incredible value and a knowledgeable guide to lead the way, so you can just focus on having a great time.
- Perfect For: Solo travelers, backpackers, groups of friends, and anyone looking to have an unforgettable social night out in Kyoto.
- Time Needed: The guided portion is about 3-4 hours, but the party continues at the club until the early hours!
The Ultimate Social Night Out, Made Simple
While Kyoto is famous for its serene temples and gardens, the city comes alive with a completely different energy after dark. Finding the best local bars can be tricky for visitors, but our Kyoto Pub Crawl makes it easy to dive right into the heart of the action.
Our experiences are led by fun, energetic, English-speaking guides who know the city’s best spots. They create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where everyone can relax, make new friends, and enjoy the night safely. You can forget about language barriers or tourist traps and just have a blast.
A Note on Japanese Nightlife
Kyoto’s nightlife is a fantastic mix of bustling, popular bars and smaller, intimate venues hidden in narrow alleys. Our pub crawl is designed to give you the best of both worlds. Going with a guide helps you navigate the scene, ensuring a smooth entry and a great experience at every stop, from the well-known hotspots to the secret local favorites.
What to Expect on the Pub Crawl
Our pub crawl is designed for the most fun and usually follows these three steps:
- Kick-Off with Unlimited Drinks: We start the night at our first bar where the drinks are on us! This is the perfect chance to take advantage of the unlimited free drinks, get to know your fellow crawlers, and let the good times begin.
- Hop Between Hotspots: Once everyone is warmed up, your guide will lead you on a tour that showcases the city’s incredible variety. We’ll visit one of those classic karaoke bars and enjoy people singing their hearts out, before hitting some of the most popular and energetic spots in Kyoto. Exclusive drink discounts are also available at some of the bars just for being part of the crawl.
- Dance the Night Away: We cap off the evening by taking you to one of Kyoto’s top nightclubs. You’ll skip the line and the cover charge with FREE entry upon arrival. Get ready to party into the early hours and create amazing memories!
The Need-to-Know Details
Official Name: Kyoto Pub Crawl
Run By: Kyoto Free Walking Tour
Website: kyotopubcrawl.com
How to Book: Booking online through our website is essential to secure your spot. Our crawls are popular and often sell out!
Meeting Point: Our usual meeting point is in front of the Izumo no Okuni statue, a famous landmark near the Gion-Shijo Bridge. Since the location can occasionally change, always check the event page link in your booking confirmation for the exact starting spot.
Schedule: The pub crawl runs several nights a week, typically starting at 7:00 PM. The most up-to-date schedule is always on the calendar on our website.
Price: For just $4,000 JPY, you get the full experience: a knowledgeable guide, unlimited drinks at the first bar, exclusive discounts at all other bars, plus free entry and a free drink at a top nightclub.
Make sure to
check out our tours as well!
We at Kyoto Free Walking Tour are doing daily tours and other things as well.
Here are some of the most popular things to do with us.
Gion & Higashiyama Tour
Kyoto Pub Crawl
Fushimi Inari Night tour
A Local’s Guide: Our Favorite Things to Do in Kyoto
