Arashiyama Travel Guide

Kyoto

A pathway through a bamboo forest with a wooden fence on one side.
Two people walking through a bamboo forest.
A dense bamboo forest with tall, slender bamboo stalks and green leaves.
A pathway flanked by tall green bamboo stalks.
A road winding through a bamboo forest with a stone wall on one side.

Stay near popular Arashiyama attractions

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees, leading into a forested area.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

9.0/10 (80 reviews)
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
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Things to do

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Rp1.370.545
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Fushimi Inari

Authentic Walking Tour of Kyoto

Rp812.925
per adult
Authentic Walking Tour of Kyoto
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

Rp2.101.320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

Rp1.208.259
per adult
[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting
Kyoto Highlights: Arashiyama, Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari & More

Kyoto by bus: Nijo Castle, Bamboo Grove & Fushimi Inari (EN/ES)

Rp1.733.589
per adult
Kyoto by bus: Nijo Castle, Bamboo Grove & Fushimi Inari (EN/ES)
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

Rp568.269
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan
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Top hotels in Arashiyama

Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort

Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort

4 out of 5
5-4 Arashiyamanishiichikawacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp3.125.119 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp3.125.119
Rp3.471.780 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this ryokan in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews)
"Helpful staff and wonderful service. The breakfast was also great if you decide to eat in the morning."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.069.615 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
Rp2.069.615
Rp2.310.726 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,147 reviews)
"‘Nono’ is our favorite place in Kyoto while traveling in Japan. This was our third stay and they continue to exceed expectations. We really enjoyed the onsen with all the soaps and conditioners. The have brushes, hair bands. Thank you again!!"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.816.308 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp2.816.308
Rp3.097.939 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.546.592 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp1.546.592
Rp1.871.460 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

3 out of 5
1 Aburanokoji-cho, Shiokoji-nishi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.015.922 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
Rp1.015.922
Rp1.229.351 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

4 out of 5
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.024.291 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp2.024.291
Rp2.226.720 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Ice cream social and drink social was a welcome plus. Staff were very polite and amenities were very good."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
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Where to stay in Arashiyama

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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Arashiyama Travel Guide

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