Bike Tours & Rentals · Kyoto Station
Kyoto Cycling Tour Project (Kyoto Station Cycle Terminal) 京都サイクリングツアープロジェクト 京都駅前サイクルターミナル
Kyoto's largest bike rental and cycling tour operator, with its main terminal a few minutes north of Kyoto Station.
Hours09:00-18:00
ClosedOpen year-round
Getting thereKyoto Station (Karasuma Central Exit), 5 min walk
Time neededHalf day
Best timeSpring and autumn mornings
Address552-13 Higashiaburanokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8235
Websitekctp.net/en
About
KCTP rents city bikes, cross bikes and e-bikes from several terminals around Kyoto and runs guided cycling and walking tours in English. The main terminal near Kyoto Station is the easiest pickup point and provides cycling maps and route advice. Guided tours suit beginners and travelers who want both famous temples and quiet backstreets.
Highlights
- Several terminals including Kyoto Station, Kinkakuji, Nishiki/Shijo and Fushimi
- Free English cycling map and route advice
- Guided cycling tours with English-speaking guides
- Free luggage storage with bike rentals (2026 promotion)
Tips
- Book guided tours ahead in spring and autumn peak seasons
- Kyoto bans riding on most sidewalks and parking outside designated lots; use paid bicycle parking
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