Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Shimogyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Kyoto Aquarium during your holiday to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Very nice and spacious rooms, very clean, staff was helpful, would recommend"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"The hotel rooms were spacious, clean and well stocked. The staff were incredibly polite and helpful, and the breakfast options were good too. It’s worth bearing in mind that the rooms were not serviced every day, as part of their hotel policy; but the service was available on request. Lovely Onsen ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"Clean room and close to station"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
"Good"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi
"Staff was excellent to work with in answering my questions and accommodating my schedule change. Nice job by housekeeping in keeping the rooms cleaned and supplied with towels on a daily basis."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward
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.
Nakagyo Ward
Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street 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.
Fudocho
When in Fudocho, you can plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Kyo Machiya, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike 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.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
