Fudocho
Kyoto
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
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
Fudocho 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 Fudocho
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.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Fudocho
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- 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
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Mount Hiei
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Kifune Shrine
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
