Southern Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto

Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.

Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.

Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kami-toba
While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kyoto Railway Museum and Kyoto Aquarium.

Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Station Building.

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Everything in this hotel is awesome!
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Will 100% be staying here my next visit to Kyoto
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Spa facility is exceptional
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Amazing
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
Nice sized room. Clean room
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
A perfect place to stay as a family.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.

Kyoto Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Racecourse
You can take time to visit Kyoto Racecourse during your travels to Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

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

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Quick Kyoto Tour for the First-Timers by Local Tour Guide

Kyoto Essentials Private Tour: Perfect for First-Time Visitors






