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Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing One Day Trip from Kyoto
From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour
Kami-toba Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The Onsen at this hotel is its main specialty feature. It is really relaxing to go at the Onsen post your tourist sightseeing day of Kyoto. The hotel is very clean and much bigger than other hotels in Japan
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Staff, shops
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Amazing place to stay in an amazing city. The rooms were a good size and the staff was wonderful. The cherry on top was the rooftop terrace!
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Staff is amazing and room is spacious
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Excellent hotel in a great part of Kyoto. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The bakery that operates in the lobby was outstanding, as was their coffee. Everything was clean and the room was comfortable. Nice rooftop bar when the weather was nice. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Very kind and helpful staff
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kami-toba
Minami Ward
Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Minami Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station.
Fushimi Ward
Fushimi Ward is a destination travelers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to explore sights like Tofuku-ji Temple.
Shimogyo Ward
Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.
Nishikyo Ward
Well-liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Bamboo Forest Muko City, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests, and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
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.
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- Places of interest
- Kami-toba Hotels by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Kyoto neighborhoods
- Kami-toba Hotels by Brand
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nara Park
- Kyoto University
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kyoto Tower
- Nijō Castle
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Heian Shrine
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Yasaka Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Osaka University
- Gion Corner
- Todaiji Temple
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Mount Hiei
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Kifune Shrine
- Ryoan-ji Temple
