Minami Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park
Toji Temple featuring a pond, a garden and religious aspects
Toji Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple showing heritage architecture, a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Toji Temple which includes religious elements, heritage architecture and a garden

Popular places to visit

Toji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, street scenes and heritage architecture

To-ji Temple

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.

To-ji Temple
Rokusonno Shrine

Rokusonno Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Rokusonno Shrine. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Rokusonno Shrine
Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Kiyomizu Temple

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

Kiyomizu Temple
Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.

Nishiki Market
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto Tower

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 Tower

Things to do

Kyoto Tour Local and Major Highlights

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

Rp979.200
per adult
Quick Kyoto Tour for the First-Timers by Local Tour Guide
Kyoto: 12 Top Highlights Full-Day Guided City Tour

Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

Rp1.669.850
per adult
Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
Kyoto & Nara Day Tour: Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari & Deer Park

Kyoto & Nara Day Tour: Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari & Deer Park

Rp1.550.400
per adult
Kyoto & Nara Day Tour: Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari & Deer Park
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Rp834.925
per adult
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest

Kyoto: Full-Day Bus Tour with Guide and Optional Tickets to Top Highlights

Rp1.615.680
per adult
Kyoto: Full-Day Bus Tour with Guide and Optional Tickets to Top Highlights
Kinkakuji Temple

Osaka & Kyoto Highlights Tour with Traditional Kimono Experience

Rp1.203.926
per adult
Osaka & Kyoto Highlights Tour with Traditional Kimono Experience
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Top hotels in Minami Ward

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp1.661.612 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.661.612
Rp1.827.806 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews)
"Hotel staff was friendly, kind and attentive. The hotel is super clean and the breakfast is delicious!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp958.610 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp958.610
Rp1.054.504 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,763 reviews)
"Very clean and convenient"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp1.457.931 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp1.457.931
Rp1.764.096 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (1,193 reviews)
"So close to the station! Made it so easy to get to our trains. There is also plenty of dining options available on the property as well as in the surrounding area."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

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 Rp816.941 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp816.941
Rp898.635 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower are ...
7.6/10 Good! (488 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Provided breakfast was really good."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji

Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji

3 out of 5
54-1 Nishi-kujo, Shima-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp832.074 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp832.074
Rp915.337 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji
Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp1.153.129 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
Rp1.153.129
Rp1.268.442 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
"Excellent service, 5 min walk from Kyoto station and 40 min walk to the Senbon Torri. Zero complaints, the facility was very accommodating and friendly."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Rihga Gran Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward

Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

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

Fushimi Ward
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Shimogyo Ward

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Shimogyo Ward
Arashiyama Monkey Park showing animals and zoo animals

Nishikyo Ward

Well liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Saihoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.

Nishikyo Ward
Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

Ukyo Ward

Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.

Ukyo Ward
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Nakagyo Ward

Minami Ward Travel Guide