Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

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.

Nishiki Market
Kyoto International Manga Museum showing a city

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
Kiyamachi Street

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
Ryoma Shopping Street

Ryoma Shopping Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto.

Ryoma Shopping Street

Teramachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Teramachi Street

Mikane Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Mikane Shrine. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Mikane Shrine

Things to do

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Rp7.996.800
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Rp1.124.448
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

Rp7.996.800
per traveller
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Rp571.200
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

Rp7.996.800
per traveller
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night

Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)

Rp1.958.400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
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Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

3 out of 5
80 Mikuracho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp654.572 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp654.572
Rp720.029 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (467 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel provided all amentaties you can think of such as facial masks, bath salt, toiletries, and daily water bottles. The front dest staff went above and beyond to help our big luggages delivered to out next hotek in Tokyo. The room barely has any walking and luggage space, especially with the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
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 Rp1.535.582 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp1.535.582
Rp1.689.140 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,607 reviews)
Amazing Hotel – Best Stay in Japan!
"This was by far the best hotel we stayed at during our entire trip in Japan, and we stayed in quite a few throughout the country. The breakfast was incredible, easily the best of our trip. The hotel itself is beautiful, with a great atmosphere and a fantastic location, within walking distance to ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
165-1 Moriyama-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp795.613 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp795.613
Rp875.174 total
28 Jul - 29 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (879 reviews)
"The staff was a bit rude"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
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
The price is Rp1.113.752 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp1.113.752
Rp1.408.896 total
28 Jul - 29 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,238 reviews)
"Walking distance to shops, restaurants & transportation."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

3 out of 5
249, Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp820.219 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp820.219
Rp902.241 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (760 reviews)
"The hotel is well equipped. It is a decent place to stay, with friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
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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 Rokakkudo Temple, 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)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle 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 Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Komatsucho

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide