Northern Kyoto

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Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Philosopher\'s Walk featuring a park
Northern Kyoto
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Northern Kyoto

Where to stay in Northern Kyoto

Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Central Kyoto
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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
Kyoto featuring forest scenes, a garden and landscape views

Arashiyama

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.

Arashiyama
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
Philosopher\'s Walk which includes a park and a river or creek

Sakyo Ward

5/5(1 area review)

Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto University Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.

Sakyo Ward
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is €87 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
€87
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,462 reviews)
"One of my favourite hotels of all time. Beautiful and clean rooms with Tatami mats, although it is a bit small. The room really felt premium. Basement had access to free soft drinks, coffee, tea, ice cream, and small snacks. Paid laundry machines are available 24/7 and you can check the status and ..."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is €140 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
€140
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,233 reviews)
"What a wonderful surprise! This hotel was beautiful. Large spacious room, all the amenities including a large tub to soak in after a day of exploration. This is a true gem and for the price you can’t beat it!"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4 out of 5
620 Teianmaenocho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is €94 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
€94
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (961 reviews)
Restful stay
"Beautiful hotel in a great location. Just a short walk away from the Gion, restaurants and shops. The hotel has a public bath I took advantage of every night to unwind and relax from a day of walking 20k steps."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
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West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
2 out of 5
133 Atarashicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"It was a nice stay if you want to stay somewhere traditional. We stayed for one night ant the guest house and we wanted the experience. The place didn’t feel clean. We saw French fries and napkins on the floor when we checked in. Overall it was a good stay. The bedding was very comfortable. One of ..."

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2024

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
Minn Gion
Minn Gion
4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
"My family and I loved how this property is quiet and relaxing and close to the station, yet it's away from all the hustle and bustle. It was very spacious and had a washer/dryer. The lady at the check in counter was very helpful and friendly. We would definitely check out other MInn Gion locations ..."

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024

Minn Gion
nol kyoto sanjo
nol kyoto sanjo
3 out of 5
700, Osakazaimokucho, Nakagyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
"Perfect stay! Everyone was super helpful/accommodating, room was beautiful and large, the bathtub was so relaxing and comfortable"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

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Popular places to visit

Nishiki Market showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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
Nijo Castle showing heritage architecture, a pond and landscape views

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(81 reviews)

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

Nijō Castle
Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple

3.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Kinkaku-ji Temple
Kyoto Imperial Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

4.5/5(115 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kyoto Imperial Palace. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
Yasaka Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Yasaka Shrine

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.

Yasaka Shrine
Heian Shrine showing religious elements, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Heian Shrine

4.5/5(20 reviews)

An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.

Heian Shrine

Things to do

Tokaido Shinkansen [Photo for illustrative purposes only]

Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka

€88
per adult
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

€61
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour

Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour

€56
per adult
Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

€27
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

€25
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites 1Day Bus Tour

From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites 1Day Bus Tour

€61
per adult
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites 1Day Bus Tour
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Heian Shrine which includes religious elements, heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

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