Yamashina Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Yamashina Ward
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Things to do
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Yu's Personalized Kyoto Tour with Photo: Samurai/Geisha History
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Kyoto: Kintsugi Pottery Workshop with Optional Upgrade
Top hotels in Yamashina Ward
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Our favourite stay out of our entire Japan trip! All the amenities made the stay so much better. We especially loved the huge variety of onsen baths, massage chairs, nightly ramen, and ice cream! Would 100% stay here again!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
My stay at The Blossom Kyoto was simply exceptional. From the moment I arrived, the vibe of the hotel stood out—modern, serene, and perfectly in tune with Kyoto’s aesthetic. The service was truly impeccable. Every detail felt thoughtful, and the staff went above and beyond to make the experience ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
excellent food, great helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
I wanted to stay at a location that was close to the Kyoto train station. I was pleasantly surprised with how good their breakfast is during my stay. The breakfast buffet style has both Japanese style breakfast and some western breakfast. My room was so clean and the bed was excellent on my back. ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Very hospitable.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yamashina Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Three-Year Slope or Sannenzaka Museum.
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.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
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.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
