Minami Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

A serene Japanese garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a variety of trees.
A serene river surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush green trees.
A traditional wooden structure with a tiled roof and ornate details.
A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

Stay near popular Minami Ward attractions

A traditional Japanese pagoda with a koi pond in the foreground.

To-ji Temple

9.0/10 (774 reviews)
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
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Things to do

Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

Rp1.932.684
per adult
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka

Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka

Rp1.437.280
per adult
Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka
Kyoto: Kintsugi

Kyoto: Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Workshop in Gion

Rp142.109
per adult
Kyoto: Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Workshop in Gion
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

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

Rp2.155.920
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari

Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari

Rp889.034
per adult
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

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

Rp1.239.654
per adult
[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting
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Top hotels in Minami Ward

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.847.665 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp1.847.665
Rp2.235.674 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp853.900 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp853.900
Rp939.290 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,115 reviews)
"Staff: normal Location: convenient Price: reasonable Cleanness: well cleaned Towels: look cheap and a bit dirty"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.436.446 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
Rp2.436.446
Rp2.680.091 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this 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 in their ...
Rihga Gran Kyoto
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp4.227.209 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
Rp4.227.209
Rp4.649.952 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,522 reviews)
"Excellent cleaning service, self laundry and public bath was a plus. Free coffee / latte machines - steps away from Kyoto train station and limo bus to Osaka airport."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
13 higashisannocho, Higashikujo, Minami Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.181.355 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
Rp1.181.355
Rp1.299.491 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

3.5 out of 5
31 Higashikujyo-nishisannou-cho, Minami Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.769.904 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
Rp1.769.904
Rp1.946.894 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE
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Where to stay in Minami Ward

Find the best Minami Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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 Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, 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.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

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.

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