Kyoto sightseeing spots

• Kiyomizu Temple: One of the oldest Buddhist temples. Most visited tourist spot. Near Yasaka Shrine. Near Gion district.
• Fushimi Inari Shrine: 1000 gates. The most picturesque spot. Near Tofukuji temple (famous during the Fall). Go early in the morning or late afternoon.
• Kinkakuji Temple: Golden Pavilion. Picturesque view but not much to do nearby.
• Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: Standing amid these soaring stalks of bamboo. Monkey Park : You can hang out with monkeys.
• Nijo Castle: Historic castle with nightingale floors. Closes early (4pm).
• Kyoto Samurai & Ninja Museum: Guided tour of Japan’s history, samurai and ninja experience, and more.
• Nishiki Market: One of the most well known flea markets. Great for food lovers.
• Geisha Experience Gion MAIKO CHAYA: The venue that holds tea ceremony and show led by a real geisha.
• Teramachi shopping arcade: Many souvernir shops and specialty stores.
• Imperial Palace: The residence of the emperor until the Meiji period.
• Ginkakuji Temple: A temple that symbolizes the Higashiyama Culture of the Muromachi period.
• Sanjusangendo: Many wooden statues of giant Goddesses.
• Ryoanji: Famous zen garden.
• Nara: It is a separate city but less than 1 hour away from Kyto. Nara is the first capital of Japan. Many deers roaming the parks and UNESCO heritage sites.
  

Source: https://mai-ko.com/culture/tea-ceremony/