Impressive grounds and a stunning temple, this may be one of the most beautiful places in Kyoto.

Kyoto

Telephone:
Website: http://www.shokoku-ji.or.jp/english/e_ginkakuji/index.html
Cost: 4 USD per person
Hours: 8:30 to 17:00 (9:00 to 16:30 from December to mid March)

General Directions:

Walk West on Imadagegawa-dori, just past Shirakawa-dori. The road will curve up to the left and the temple is at the top, after a long stretch of tourist shops.

Tips:

Visit in fall to see the trees turning colors.

Type: Sights & Activities
Tags: Kyoto ginkakuji Silver temple