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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.

Kiyomizu Temple
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Yasaka Shrine

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
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Sanjusangendo Temple

This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Sanjusangendo Temple
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Gion Corner

Gion Corner is a favorite theater with a rich history in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Gion Corner
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Maruyama Park

Explore the great outdoors at Maruyama Park, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Maruyama Park
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Kodaiji Temple

A widow built this temple in 1606 to pay homage to her late warrior husband. Today, it survives as an eye-catching site of tranquility with postcard-pretty gardens.

Kodaiji Temple

Top things to do in Higashiyama

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Lonely Planet Experiences: Kyoto Evening Tour With A Local

￥11,251
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Lonely Planet Experiences: Kyoto Evening Tour With A Local
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Kyoto Bar Hopping Nightlife Tour in Pontocho

￥6,500
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Bar Hopping Nightlife Tour in Pontocho
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Experience Kimono in Kyoto!!

￥5,500
Per adult
Experience Kimono in Kyoto!!
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Keihan Sightseeing Pass 1/2 Day (Japan Pick-Up)

￥602
Per adult
Keihan Sightseeing Pass 1/2 Day (Japan Pick-Up)
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Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour with a Local guide

￥19,200
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour with a Local guide
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Gion Walking Tour by Night with Virtual Option

￥1,327
Per adult
Gion Walking Tour by Night with Virtual Option
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Top Hotels in Higashiyama

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3 out of 5
555, Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥4,545 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Gion, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gion Corner, Kiyomizu Temple, and Heian Shrine. Sanjusangendo Temple and Kyoto Tower are also within 3 mi ...…

4/5Very Good! (895 reviews)
Great location - would stay again for location

"This is our second APA hotel that we've stayed at so far. Nothing that really caught my attention honestly other than the amazing location. I'd stay at this hotel again especially for the location. Literally, the Yasaka shrine is less than a block away. One tiny thing was that it felt a little dusty ..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4 out of 5
3-33, Benzaitencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥20,000 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Located in Gion, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Gion Tatsumi Bridge and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre. Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art and Samurai ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Location, location, location!

"Fabulous hotel!! Location is absolutely perfect and the staff was so friendly and helpful. After arriving we asked the receptionist for a recommendation for dinner and she was able to secure us a reservation at the top restaurant in Kyoto. The room was spotless and the welcome drink when we arrived ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2020

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
3.5 out of 5
2-204-2 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥64,630 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Higashiyama, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kiyomizu Temple, Yasaka Shrine, and Gion Corner. Kawaramachi and Nishiki Market are also within ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (4 reviews)

"学校校舎の懐かしい雰囲気が、子供の頃を思い出させてくれます。落ち着いた空間は、長期滞在には必要な時間と安心感を与えてくれる素晴らしいホテルです。"…"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2020

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
5 out of 5
445-3 Myohoin Maekawa-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥72,000 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17

Located in Higashiyama, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sanjusangendo Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, and Gion Corner. Kyoto Tower and Heian Shrine are also ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (245 reviews)

"Everything was perfect and the room was very comfortable. dining room was good and food"…"

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2020

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
4.5 out of 5
644-2 Sanjusangendo-mawari, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥25,600 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Located in Higashiyama, this luxury hotel is steps from Kyoto National Museum and Sanjusangendo Temple. Kyoto Tower and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 1 mi ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (995 reviews)

"We like the tranquility of the property. It will be ideal if there is an onsen onsite."…"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2020

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Hotel Ethnography Gion Furumonzen
Hotel Ethnography Gion Furumonzen
3 out of 5
350, Miyoshicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥10,142 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6

Located in Gion, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gion Shirakawa Area, Yasaka Shrine, and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre. Gion Corner and Pontocho are also within ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (134 reviews)

"Staffs were friendly and approachable. Room was comfortable. Had a great stay. Will go back again."…"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2020

Hotel Ethnography Gion Furumonzen
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Other neighborhoods in Kyoto

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka which includes street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5Exceptional!(17 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Hokanji Temple.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Gion which includes cycling, street scenes and night scenes

Gion

5/5Exceptional!(208 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Gion Corner while you're exploring the area.

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

Karasuma

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto Tower showing a city, night scenes and city views

Shimogyo

4.5/5Wonderful!(96 area reviews)

Shimogyo is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shimogyo
Eikando Temple showing religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and a garden

Okazaki

4.5/5Wonderful!(16 area reviews)

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Heian Shrine or Nanzenji Temple while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

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

Shijo

Unique features of Shijo include the coffeehouses and spas. Make a stop by Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi while you're exploring the area.

Shijo

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