Recommended Autumn Travel Spots: Kyoto Nara Area
Here are some destinations around hotels in Kyoto / Nara area which are perfect for enjoying Autumn.
Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Amanohashidate
1489-2 Suzu, Miyazu, Kyoto
Open Apr to Sep 7:00~18:00, Oct to Mar 7:30~16:30 Closed Irregularly *Reservation required
Visitors can take a ride on a horse or pony and explore the mountain paths in autumn. Even first-timers, young and old, can enjoy the experience.
339 Nariaiji, Miyazu, Kyoto
Open 8:00~16:30
Sho Kanzeon Bodhisattva is known as beautiful Kannon. You will be able to set body and mind upon visit.
Kyotango, Kyoto
Grapes and pears in Kyotango are sweet, juicy and very delicious. Enjoy the autumn in Kyotango.
Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Kyotamba
Sarabiki Oboso, Kyotamba, Funai District, Kyoto
Open 24/7
Early to late November is the best time to see these autumn leaves area where about 250 Ginkgo trees stand along the road. When the yellow leaves fall, it's like a beautiful golden blanket is covering the path.
Shimogahara-3 Ijiri, Kyotamba, Funai District, Kyoto
Open 11:00~22:00
The sukiyaki of Kyoto beef and matsutake mushrooms which are grown in the mountains owned by the restaurant, are recommended courses unique to this season.
Ichimori, Kyotamba, Funai District, Kyoto
Open 24/7
The waterfall beautifully flows down like a 13-stringed koto string over a single rock consisting of 43 meters in height. With a drop of approximately 40 meters, it is one of the largest waterfalls in Kyoto Prefecture, and has been selected as one of the 200 best natural features of Kyoto.
Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Minamiyamashiro
43 Kaminomon, Iwafune, Kamo, Kizugawa, Kyoto
Open 8:30~17:00
Gansenji Temple is a temple of the Shingon Ritsu sect. The main deity is Amida Nyorai, and the temple was founded by Gyoki. It is also famous as a “flower temple” where flowers bloom from season to season.
40 Futaba, Kamocho Nishio, Kizugawa, Kyoto
Open 9:00~17:00
The autumn leaves in the garden, which are said to represent the Pure Land of Paradise, dye the pond and even the three-storied pagoda.
29 Kasagiyama, Kasagi, Soraku District, Kyoto
Open 9:00~16:00
This temple is located in Kasagi Town where a sea of clouds can be seen in autumn. The mountains of Kasagi float like islands in the sea of clouds, creating an ethereal world.
Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi
Mishima, Tenri, Nara
Nov 21~22, 2026 Open 10:00~19:45
This is a pedestrian paradise event using Tenri's famous Ginkgo Tree-lined Street. There will also be a parade and nighttime lighting.
Yamanobe Yamato Sanzan Classic Car Fest 2026
130-1 Toyoda, Tenri, Nara Tenrikyo Kitaoji boarding area
Oct 18, 2026 Open 9:00~15:00
A major event in Tenri City that brings classic car enthusiasts together. Historic cars will gather in the Yamabe area, and there will be talk events, popularity polls, digital stamp rallies, and other events for visitors to enjoy.
319 Tounomine, Sakurai, Nara
Open 8:00~16:30
This shrine enshrines Fujiwara no Kamatari and is home to the only surviving wooden thirteen-story pagoda. It is also known as a sacred place for matchmaking and is famous for its autumn foliage.