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

Kansai Shared Day Tour with Temples and Park

From Osaka: Kyoto and Nara Day Trip

Rp1.107.382
per adult
From Osaka: Kyoto and Nara Day Trip
Kyoto Fullday Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari

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

Rp1.031.715
per adult
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
Arashiyama, SanzenIn and Bamboo Forest Day Tour

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Sanzen-in Temple Day Tour

Rp1.428.880
per adult
Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Sanzen-in Temple Day Tour
Kyoto Highlights: Arashiyama, Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari & More

Kyoto by bus: Nijo Castle, Bamboo Grove & Fushimi Inari (EN/ES)

Rp1.768.239
per adult
Kyoto by bus: Nijo Castle, Bamboo Grove & Fushimi Inari (EN/ES)
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

Rp560.715
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan
Quick Kyoto Tour for the First-Timers by Local Tour Guide

Yu's Personalized Kyoto Tour with Photo: Samurai/Geisha History

Rp1.232.409
per adult
Yu's Personalized Kyoto Tour with Photo: Samurai/Geisha History
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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 Rp1.154.319 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.154.319
Rp1.396.726 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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! (1,925 reviews)
"The location is perfect but the hotel is older. Their beds were really hard and their breakfast was horrible and overpriced. But it was good enough for the short stay considering its location to the Kyoto station."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.967.446 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.967.446
Rp2.255.955 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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! (1,521 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp552.404 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp552.404
Rp607.644 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kyoto Tower and Fushimi Inari Shrine are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It was a nice little Place for what I needed. I spent most of the time traveling around but it was good for a place to sleep and shower. The breakfast was good early in the morning and they do offer Dinner too but I did not take advantage because of the good food in Japan."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Hotel Anteroom Kyoto

Hotel Anteroom Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
7, Aketa-cho, Higashi-Kujo, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp559.434 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp559.434
Rp615.377 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Anteroom Kyoto
Sakura Terrace

Sakura Terrace

3 out of 5
1-1 Karasuma-cho, Higashi-kujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp722.994 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp722.994
Rp795.293 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great spot for the price. Spacious room. Free drink at night felt great after a long day of touristing. They had live music some nights too. Would come back."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Sakura Terrace
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3.5 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonoda-cho, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.061.115 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
Rp1.061.115
Rp1.167.227 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,404 reviews)
"Room was clean and location was very convenient. Breakfast variety was also very good. Will definitely go back again."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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Where to stay in Minami Ward

Find the best Minami Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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 wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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 Japanese pagoda with a golden finial, surrounded by modern buildings and a tree-lined street.

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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