Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Uji March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Uji Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji.dx179222)[Hotels in Uji](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji-Hotels.d179222.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Uji](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Uji.d179222.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Uji Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Uji.d179222.Car-Hire-Guide)[Uji Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji.d179222.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Uji ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Uji Types of activities [Uji travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji.dx179222) ![Temple @ uji. Uji is known as Green Tea City. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/0972cec7-6660-4e6b-8ac3-a2c8da067744.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![平等院・鳳凰堂](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/f4b8489f-ae90-4f90-9b9f-48ffee71681a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful Byōdō-in Temple 🗾](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/aeeda418-c08c-436d-8852-ceed8b6321d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Byōdō-in temple in Uji, on the southern outskirts of Kyoto is a stunning work of restoration. A UNESCO world heritage listed site, its significance is displayed on the 10 yen coin and 10,000 yen note. If you get a chance, check out the museum as well for the history of the temple and Phoenix Hall (the main building) and a depiction of the temple in its colourful prime. #BestOf5 #troveon #troveontheroad #japan #uji #byodoin #kyoto @traveltherenext @Visit_Japan @TheTokyoTimes #GoldenHour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/fc0b8f8a-275a-4837-a22e-2e264b30ca5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Byōdō-in's Phoenix Hall is a Japan's National Treasure in Uji, Kyoto prefecture, Japan It was built in 1153. Byōdō-in was registered as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Historic monuments of ancient Kyoto".](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/ba70b283-3f10-4847-9042-37011aa6fe94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179222/ba70b283-3f10-4847-9042-37011aa6fe94.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ## Uji Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Uji has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Uji, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Uji with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Uji Uji is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Uji, and make it a breeze to explore Uji and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Uji to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Uji, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Uji. #### Uji attractions Uji has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Uji to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Uji. Looking for things to do in Uji can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Uji or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Uji attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_179222) ## Recommended things to do in Uji | Number of things to do | 1267 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details): £3 | | Top 5 things to do | [Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/perfect-kyoto-1day-bus-tour.a490782.activity-details)[Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha](/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details)[Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience](/things-to-do/kyoto-5-stern-geisha-nachtwanderung-authentisches-erlebnis-in-kleiner-gruppe.a48905530.activity-details)[eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details)[From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha](/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details)[Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience](/things-to-do/kyoto-5-stern-geisha-nachtwanderung-authentisches-erlebnis-in-kleiner-gruppe.a48905530.activity-details)[Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems](/things-to-do/kyoto-geisha-walking-tour-gion-district-hidden-gems.a51761469.activity-details)[KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine](/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-with-kimono-near-by-daitokuji.a1219871.activity-details)[Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art](/things-to-do/kyoto-traditional-kintsugi-workshop-in-gion-gold-repair-art.a51342763.activity-details) | | With kids | [Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/perfect-kyoto-1day-bus-tour.a490782.activity-details)[Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha](/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details)[Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience](/things-to-do/kyoto-5-stern-geisha-nachtwanderung-authentisches-erlebnis-in-kleiner-gruppe.a48905530.activity-details)[From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details)[Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems](/things-to-do/kyoto-geisha-walking-tour-gion-district-hidden-gems.a51761469.activity-details) | ## What to do in Uji --- ### Popular places to visit ![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/46fb6762-7a3e-4f67-967b-9e88362b9013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fushimi Inari Shrine 4.5/5(249 reviews) This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kiyomizu Temple 4.5/5(157 reviews) Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/6c56789f-84af-40e6-9dac-970244fac989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nishiki Market 4.5/5(50 reviews) Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishiki-Market-Kyoto.d6258971.Attraction) ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kawaramachi Street 4.5/5(22 reviews) During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawaramachi-Kyoto.d6204513.Attraction) ![Stairs up to mountain and maple tree in Japan. Stairs in Park at Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple in Kyoto, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501451/283dcaeb-8ccc-4762-95c5-3774682298ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinkaku-ji Temple 3.5/5(2 reviews) Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaku-Ji-Temple-Kita-Ward.d501451.Attraction) ![Kyoto_KyotoImperialPalace_501429_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501429/2122f81a-138c-4c26-a792-365204a4bbd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Imperial Palace 4.5/5(115 reviews) Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Imperial-Palace-Central-Kyoto.d501429.Attraction) ![Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501431/70e73880-c772-4e72-b91b-1110bcc11ce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nijō Castle 4.5/5(81 reviews) Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) ![Kyoto Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/8fde799a-fbab-4c2c-9a97-259f55c53a1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Tower 4/5(117 reviews) In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Tower-Kyoto.d501464.Attraction) ![Yasaka Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501462/fa36d1e9-5dfb-4520-8495-77f1363364fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yasaka Shrine 4.5/5(6 reviews) Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yasaka-Shrine-Gion.d501462.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Uji ![Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/a9555915-96a3-4028-acad-596cb324e288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Uji worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Uji? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Uji? ### Is three days enough to stay in Uji? ### Is Uji a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Uji with kids? > - [Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/perfect-kyoto-1day-bus-tour.a490782.activity-details) > - [Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) > - [Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-5-stern-geisha-nachtwanderung-authentisches-erlebnis-in-kleiner-gruppe.a48905530.activity-details) > - [From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details) > - [Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-geisha-walking-tour-gion-district-hidden-gems.a51761469.activity-details) ### What to do in Uji for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Uji? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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