10 Places Around The World That Are Perfect For Travelers Over 50 (3 of 6)

4. Kyoto, Japan

Tokyo is the place to be if you’re into organized chaos and cyberpunk scenes, but Kyoto is where you can truly experience Japanese culture. Once the capital of Imperial Japan, the city offers the over-50s crowd plenty of places to explore (i.e., the Golden Pavilion, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the Gion district famous for geisha culture, and temples galore) along with opportunities to relax while sipping tea, enjoy kaiseki (Japan’s highest form of traditional multi-course dining), and indulge in an unforgettable matcha dessert.

5. South America

South America has so much to offer to travelers regardless of age, but those over 50 are especially intrigued by the diversity of the continent’s landscapes and cultures. The ancient ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru are a must-see, as is the impressive Iguazu Falls along the Argentina-Brazil border. If colorful markets and an endless variety of empanadas are your thing, we recommend stopping by Buenos Aires, Santiago, and Montevideo, all of which are quick flights from each other.