Minami Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto





Visit Minami Ward
Stay near popular Minami Ward attractions
Things to do

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka
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[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Top hotels in Minami Ward

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
"If you are not Japanese and young this is not for you"
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Rihga Gran Kyoto
"It was a great experience overall with no major complains."
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
"The room was clean and functional. Great location and near to the station so easy to get about on foot, bus or train to attractions. Didn’t have much interaction with staff apart from checking in and breakfast but they were all friendly . The breakfast was lovely, delicious and lots of choices."
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI
"Room was very clean and super functional. Hotel is conveniently located close to train station. Breakfast was delicious. Staff were friendly and helpful. Sauna is an extra perk."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"A block away from Kyoto Station. We loved its location, the 7Eleven on the ground floor and the staff was so helpful. The separate bathroom was heaven"
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Minami Ward

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.






















