Northern Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Northern Kyoto

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"Beautiful hotel. Everything was high quality. I loved all the little perks like local coffee beans with our own coffee grinder in the room, free ice cream and snacks downstairs, motorized blackout blinds, traditional Samue (long-sleeved top and pants) for the onsen. Speaking of the onsen, it was ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
"We had a lovely stay at the Kyoto Brighton Hotel. Located north of the main city center, it offers a wonderful, quieter escape, though you should expect to take a taxi to get to the main train station and most major sightseeing hubs. For us, the location's unique perks far outweighed the distance: ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
"Staff was very attentive"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
"The room was spacious with 2 individual beds and a bunk bed for the kids, small kitchenette and efficient bathroom. The hotel offers a wide variety of amenities and loaner items in case you forgot something. The hotel is located within 10 minutes from. Nijo castle and a subway station. Bus 29 stops ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Gion Elite Terrace
"Awesome stay. Super comfortable. Amenities are perfect. Walking distance to the best places in Kyoto!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO
"Room was very spacious was nice to have a couch as well as beds. Great location lovely area to walk around and see many local attractions. Staff were welcoming and very helpful."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

Kyoto University
Explore the campus of Kyoto University during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Nijō Castle
Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.

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.

Pontocho Alley
During your visit to Kyoto, you can enjoy retail therapy at Pontocho Alley. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji





