Visit Ukyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Shijo Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Ryoan-ji Temple
Features such as one of the most famous rock gardens in the country and a placid pond with charming islands distinguish this temple from others in the city.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ninna-ji Temple
With picturesque blossom gardens and a golden hall considered a national treasure, this temple is a historic monument devoted to bliss and tranquility.
Things to do
From Osaka: Fushimi Inari -taisha, Omihachiman and La Collina
Quick Kyoto Tour for the First-Timers by Local Tour Guide
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Osaka & Kyoto Highlights Tour with Traditional Kimono Experience
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
Kyoto: Full-Day Bus Tour with Guide and Optional Tickets to Top Highlights
Top hotels in Ukyo Ward
MUNI KYOTO
roomy, quiet and breakfast is good, higly recommend. Location is good
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onsen was so nice and relaxing after a long day of sightseeing. Breakfast was also very good
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Nice staff, great location.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Location is the best.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
We enjoyed our stay here in Kyoto.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Very clean convenient & a lot of dining & shopping options around
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ukyo Ward
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.
Nakagyo Ward
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.
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 Uhoin.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Uhoin are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, 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 Teramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Ukyo Ward Travel Guide
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