Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama (solo trip)

It was a fun experience and a great place to visit so as there aren’t so many people. The monkeys are fun to watch and listen to them play around. Funny characters for sure! The hike up can be hard for some people but nice that they have benches to rest and take it easy. You’re also able to feed them while you’re in a cage (not really it’s just a building where they’re outside free and roaming aro...

★★★★★ Arashiyama Monkey Park is a fun and unique experience! 🐒✨ After a short but steep hike, you’re rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of Kyoto. The monkeys roam freely in a safe and natural environment, and you can even feed them from inside the observation hut. It’s a great mix of light adventure, nature, and wildlife. Wear comfortable shoes and bring some water, especially on hot day...

The trail to the top of the mountain is pleasantly cool and shaded, making the climb enjoyable despite the many small steps—it’s a decent workout! The scenery along the way is beautiful, and once at the summit, we saw plenty of monkeys. They’re clearly used to visitors and seem completely relaxed around people. The baby monkeys, in particular, are absolutely adorable!

What a great experience visiting the monkeys! The park is located up a hill and takes about 20–30 minutes to reach on foot, but the walk is well worth it. Once you arrive, you’re greeted with breathtaking panoramic views of the city easily one of the best vantage points in Kyoto. The monkeys roam freely in a natural environment, and it was so fun (and safe!) to watch them up close. For just 100 y...

If you’re looking for something fun and unique to do while in Kyoto, this is definitely it! It’s about a 20 - 30 minute uphill walk to get to the top of the mountain where the monkey park is, so make sure to wear good shoes. It’s 800¥ to enter and no reservations needed, and if you want to feed them with the food they provide, it’s a small cost (I can’t remember how much but it’s cheap). The monke...