Southern Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto
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.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kami-toba
While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kyoto Railway Museum and Kyoto Aquarium.
Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Station Building.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Great location. Nice hotel. Great amenities. friendly staff.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Location is good. Very close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Amazing hotel, wonderful staff, great location. I’d happily come back. I recommend it.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Quiet area. Washer and dryer included. It is a 2 in 1 so it will take a second round of drying. Family mart on the street corner. Spacious room with kitchen. You can walk to the Kyoto train station or take a quick uber.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
I really like the size of the room and that it has laundry inside the room, excellent service from the ladies in front desk, 10 minutes to the station.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
Spotless, comfortable space for our family of 4. The shower room was awesome and we appreciated the in-room washing machine. Having breakfast included was very convenient although the little dining room can get busy at times. The staff are extremely kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kyoto Racecourse
You can take time to visit Kyoto Racecourse during your travels to Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
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 temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Essentials Private Tour: Perfect for First-Time Visitors
