Downtown Kyoto
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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 International Manga Museum
This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.
Kiyamachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.
Ryoma Shopping Street
You can enjoy retail therapy at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto.
Teramachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a visit to Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Rokakkudo Temple
After visiting Rokakkudo Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Downtown Kyoto Hotel Deals
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Great location. Nice breakfast buffet
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Great room and staff. The lounge and premium lounge if you're nasty were really nice! It's very conveniently located near transit and is on the main drag for shopping.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Hotel location is great just 5 min walking to metro station. Hotel was clean and room was tidy but it can be better service. Thank you!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Yasss
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
The room was spacious, the staff were great, overall very enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Staff are friendly, and the breakfast buffet was definitely worth it!
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Kyoto
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kitano Tenmangū are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Kyoto
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