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

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Rp1.591.622
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour

Rp682.124
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour
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
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
Kyoto's Sake District Brewery Tour and Tasting

Kyoto's Sake District Brewery Tour and Tasting

Rp713.826
per adult
Kyoto's Sake District Brewery Tour and Tasting
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
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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 Rp1.843.926 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp1.843.926
Rp2.231.151 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,039 reviews)
"Convenient location though nothing is really near the size and complexity of Japanese train stations. Hotel is next to a good enough sized Aeon Mall if you need anything. Large and comfortable rooms by Japanese standard."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

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 Rp852.173 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp852.173
Rp937.390 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! (1,110 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 Rp2.726.953 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp2.726.953
Rp2.999.648 total
6 Dec - 7 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,155 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

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 Rp4.781.168 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp4.781.168
Rp5.259.285 total
6 Dec - 7 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! (1,518 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay and truly enjoyed our experience! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and genuine hospitality. The staff was friendly, attentive, and accommodating, making every effort to ensure we felt comfortable and well taken care of. The property was beautiful, the ..."

Reviewed on 4 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 Rp1.804.656 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.804.656
Rp1.985.122 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

3 out of 5
9-2 Kitakarasuma-cho, Higashi-kujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.979.133 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp1.979.133
Rp2.177.046 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
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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
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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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