Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

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Stay near popular Shimogyo Ward attractions

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Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Rp1.326.574
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Fushimi Inari

Authentic Walking Tour of Kyoto

Rp1.214.480
per adult
Authentic Walking Tour of Kyoto
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Rp1.750.182
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

Rp62.507
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Rp535.770
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kansai Shared Day Tour with Temples and Park

From Osaka: Kyoto and Nara Day Trip

Rp1.107.258
per adult
From Osaka: Kyoto and Nara Day Trip
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.422.027 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp1.422.027
Rp1.564.263 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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! (4,093 reviews)
"Hotel is TRADITIONAL Japanese style...remove shoes BEFORE entering lobby and cannot wear within the hotel. Hotel does provide free shoe cubbies (lockable). Known for their mineral baths, but we did not use because you must be naked amongst strangers. But many guests were using the mineral baths though...just ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

4 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.308.282 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
Rp1.308.282
Rp1.439.122 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,204 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, help me arrange baggage transfer when my destination hotel would not show up in the system."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
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 Rp1.183.476 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.183.476
Rp1.301.802 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,024 reviews)
"The hotel is within walking distance from the Kyoto train station and very well connected with the rest of the city by bus and subway. Breakfast had a great variety of options of both Japanese and Western dishes, but breakfast area can get really crowded because people tend to linger longer. There ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.124.423 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.124.423
Rp1.360.551 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,318 reviews)
"Premium room for a good price."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.636.382 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp1.636.382
Rp1.800.020 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,784 reviews)
"clean &big rooms, friendly staff. good location."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

3.5 out of 5
1-9, Kamadono-cho, Higashi Shiokoji Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp930.799 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp930.799
Rp1.023.879 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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 property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is adjacent to the Kyoto station, but there is no noise coming from outside. Conveniently located for both Kintetsu and Japan Rail stations."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
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Where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

Find the best Shimogyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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Downtown Kyoto

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

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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.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kodai-ji 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.

Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide