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The Museum of Kyoto, Kyoto

#157 among attractions in Kyoto

Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Museum of Kyoto

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1 October 1988 (36 years ago)Coordinates: 35°0'33"N, 135°45'43"E
Address

623-1 Higashikatamachi, Nakagyo-kuKyoto 604-8183 Japan

Contact
+81 75-222-0888
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Day trips

The Museum of Kyoto – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nijō Castle, Kyoto International Manga Museum, Sentō Imperial Palace, Kennin-ji.

  • nijo castle kyoto0.7 miNW
  • kyoto international manga museum~1280 ftNW
  • sento imperial palace kyoto0.9 miN
  • kennin ji kyoto0.9 miSE
  • shirakumo shrine kyoto0.9 miN
  • kyoto art center~1750 ftSW
  • rokkaku do kyoto~830 ftSW
  • shinsenen kyoto0.8 miW
  • st agnes cathedral kyoto0.8 miN
  • honno ji kyoto~1550 ftE
  • minami za kyoto0.7 miSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Museum of Kyoto open?

The Museum of Kyoto is open:
  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday 10 am - 7 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 7 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 7 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 7 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The Museum of Kyoto?

Nearby attractions include Rokkaku-dō, Kyoto (5 min walk), Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto (7 min walk), St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Kyoto (8 min walk), GEAR Theater, Kyoto (8 min walk).

How to get to The Museum of Kyoto by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Museum of Kyoto:

Bus
  • Sakaimachi Oike • Lines: 62, 63, 65, 66, 67 (4 min walk)
  • Karasuma Oike • Lines: 62, 63, 65, 66, 67 (5 min walk)

Metro
  • Karasuma Oike • Lines: K, T (5 min walk)
  • Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae • Lines: T (12 min walk)

Train
  • Karasuma (10 min walk)
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi (14 min walk)

Light rail
  • Shijō - ōmiya • Lines: A (23 min walk)

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