Visit Kurama
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Nishiki Market
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.
Kiyomizu Temple
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.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
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.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Things to do
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Katsuo-ji Temple and Nara Park day tour
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
Top hotels in Kurama
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Nice layout room. Friendly staff. Great breakfast."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"Check in was fast!! The staff are all SO helpful and nice!! Breakfast is wonderful!! With more great and helpful staff there. Room was clean and loved the balcony first thing every morning. Thank you for the water for coffee and tea in the mornings before breakfast. This was very important for us. ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Great spot close to Kyoto station. A few more TV options would have improved things, but we weren’t there for TV. Great stay!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"The hotel is across the street from Kyoto Station. The room was very clean and serviced each day. Breakfast had a wide range of dishes both Japanese and Western.. I would recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to stay close to Kyoto Station. The only thing that would improve the stay would be the ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"Perfect hotel for short or long term stay! Great restaurant with fusion Spanish inspired cuisine, all in the perfect Japanese setting. On premises bakery is also a great addition to enjoy. Amazing staff, clean and well designed rooms, good location, as much one should expect to use taxi a lot. Strongly ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"The hotel, in fairness, is very close to a subway station and it is maintained well. All the restaurants and shops are way too overpriced. They have a public bath but does not permit any guests with tattoos. I fully prepaid for the room upon making reservations via Expedia. Upon check in at the hotel ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kurama
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 Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
