Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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.

Nishiki Market
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Kyoto International Manga Museum

This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.

Kyoto International Manga Museum
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Kiyamachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.

Kiyamachi Street
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Ryoma Shopping Street

You can enjoy retail therapy at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Ryoma Shopping Street
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Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(157 reviews)

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.

Kiyomizu Temple
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Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(249 reviews)

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Things to do

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

Rp1.291.120
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

Rp346.398
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
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Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience

Rp4.093.795
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Rp419.876
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience

Rp350.072
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience
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Traditional Tea Ceremony wearing a Kimono in Kyoto MAIKOYA

Rp892.237
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Traditional Tea Ceremony wearing a Kimono in Kyoto MAIKOYA
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Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
3 out of 5
165-1 Moriyama-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp884.547 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp884.547
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (390 reviews)
"Rented e-bikes in front of the building. Highly recommended for getting around."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp2.811.800 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp2.811.800
per night
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,042 reviews)
"Good location for bus transportation, food and shopping ( e.g. Uniglo is across the street. Property design very contemporary and innovative, e.g., using an assortment of magnetic tiles to message daily housekeeping room cleaning service requests. Buffet breakfast included steak and eggs. Downside ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
3.5 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp917.301 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
Rp917.301
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The area around the hotel is filled with shops and restaurants. Convenience stores are also nearby. The only downside was that the train station was a bit of a walk in a crowded area in the afternoon with luggage. It was fine for morning departure. However, did have to walk to a major street for ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.509.063 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp2.509.063
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very good location!"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 out of 5
537-4 Ichinofunairicho, Kawaramachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp1.691.319 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
Rp1.691.319
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Really nice hotel in a great location in the modern area with many restaurants and shops but just across the river from the older area with many of the shrines and temples. Mattress was a little firm, but that seems to be the norm in Asia."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Hotel Okura Kyoto
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 out of 5
Nakagyo-ku Kiyamachi-dori Sanjyo Agaru, Kamiosaka-cho 509, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp2.275.732 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
Rp2.275.732
per night
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
Comfortable and good location
"The location is great! Very central yet not too crowded with people the min you walk out. Many good restaurants nearby and 2 min walk to the subway. Hotel staff very helpful and professional. Room is a good size (26m) but narrow and long. A bit hard to layout the luggages. Bath room counter height ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kyoto

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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Nakagyo Ward
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

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

Gion
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Higashiyama Ward

Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide