Higashiyama Ward
Kyoto
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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.
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.
Gion Corner
Enjoy a show at Gion Corner, a theater with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
Hanamikoji Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a visit to Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Gion Shirakawa Area
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto
Osaka / Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sannenzaka & Uji
Higashiyama Ward Hotel Deals
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Gorgeous space, bakery, amenities, lovely beds and pillows plus wonderful staff!
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Good service all together. Good location for site seeing. Hotel’s shuttle service to and from Kyoto station was very helpful. We enjoyed our breakfast, too.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Fantastic hotel. Staying at the Granbell Kyoto makes me only want to book at Granbell in the future. Can’t wait to check out other hotels from this chain. I genuinely felt at home. Staff was helpful and friendly and the place was beautiful.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Clean, quiet, cosy room. Great staff. Laundry on site and a shuttle back and forth to the train station. In a very convenient location for sightseeing and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
I love their amenities, night wear, and big public bath!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
My dad and I had a wonderful stay at the Dhawa Yura. Our rooms were very comfortable and quiet (slept really well!) and the staff were very helpful. Lovely breakfast and spa. And the location worked perfectly for us - lots to walk to and right by the subway and Keihan line.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
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 Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art while you're exploring the area.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. 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 Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Higashiyama Ward
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