Must-seeReligious & Spiritual
Ryōan-ji
Ryoan-ji · 616-8001
Rating
4.5(11,335)
Typical visit
1h
With kids
Suitable
Admission
< €10/pers
About
A 15th-century temple housing a famous dry Zen garden, designed for contemplation.
This Zen temple founded in the 15th century is renowned for its dry garden of rocks and raked gravel. Inside, well-preserved dragon frescoes can be admired. The place invites sitting and contemplation. A yudofu restaurant is located on-site.
What we love
Mixed indoor/outdoorArchitectural / AestheticAdultsBudget (<€10/pers)No booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitNone (seated / contemplative)Worldwide must-seeCouples / RomanticSolo travelerMedium (1-2h)Peaceful / QuietSpiritual / MeditativeAuthentic / Local
Opening hours
Monday
08:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
08:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
08:00 – 17:00
Thursday
08:00 – 17:00
Friday
08:00 – 17:00
Saturday
08:00 – 17:00
Sunday
08:00 – 17:00
Location
13 Ryōanji Goryōnoshitachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, JaponDirections
Reviews
4.5
11,335 reviews
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