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

Rp1.370.545
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

Rp2.101.320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Fullday Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari

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

Rp1.050.751
per adult
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka

Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka

Rp1.400.880
per adult
Nagoya Highlight 4 Spots Day Tour from Osaka
[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

Rp1.208.259
per adult
[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting
Kyoto Highlights: Arashiyama, Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari & More

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

Rp1.733.589
per adult
Kyoto by bus: Nijo Castle, Bamboo Grove & Fushimi Inari (EN/ES)
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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 Rp1.341.666 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.341.666
Rp1.623.417 total
23 Sept - 24 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! (1,944 reviews)
"An old hotel. Need to improve rooms and facility better."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 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 Rp546.422 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp546.422
Rp601.064 total
23 Sept - 24 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! (1,012 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 Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.387.381 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp2.387.381
Rp2.626.119 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! (1,532 reviews)
"I really enjoyed the reading room/computer center in the lobby. Coffee and tea available all day long."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Hotel Anteroom Kyoto

Hotel Anteroom Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
7, Aketa-cho, Higashi-Kujo, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp815.002 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp815.002
Rp896.502 total
27 Sept - 28 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
Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.493.966 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.493.966
Rp1.643.363 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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! (1,080 reviews)
"I loved my stay here!! The hotel is gorgeous, the pictures dont do it justice. I loved the fact that it is literally a 5 minute walk from the Kyoto Train Station, which is great of you have luggage. All of the amenities in the hotel from the vending machine, washing machines, and dryer. It was a ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Rihga Gran Kyoto
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

3.5 out of 5
31 Higashikujyo-nishisannou-cho, Minami Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.385.247 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.385.247
Rp1.523.772 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE
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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 Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, 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 Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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