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Nijo Castle

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Nijo Castle

二条城

Kyoto · Kansai

Nijo Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. It was built in the early 17th century as the residence of the shogun during his visits to Kyoto.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on the more famous temples and shrines, overlooking this historical gem.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.4· 41,901 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
¥800 adult castle-grounds admission; +¥500 supplement for Ninomaru Palace interior (or ¥1,300 combined ticket)
Nearest station
二条(地下鉄) · 21 min walk
Website
nijo-jocastle.city.kyoto.lg.jp

Today

8:45–17:00

Admission

  • ¥800 adult castle-grounds admission; +¥500 supplement for Ninomaru Palace interior (or ¥1,300 combined ticket)

Stored weekly hours

Daily 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM

How to get there

From Kyoto Station · ~13 min by car

Tags

castleunescohistory

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