Yamashina Ward

Kyoto

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Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(759 reviews)

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
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(1,177 reviews)

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(253 reviews)

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.

Nishiki Market
Nijo Castle featuring heritage architecture, landscape views and a pond

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(584 reviews)

Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Nijō Castle
Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(463 reviews)

In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.

Kyoto Tower
Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Things to do

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

￥70,879
per traveler
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
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￥506
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Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

￥7,500
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

￥12,000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
Samurai and Ninja Museum Kyoto

Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO

￥3,960
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

￥9,966
per adult
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
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Yamashina Ward Hotel Deals

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥7,697 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
￥7,697
￥8,624 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,704 reviews)
"Great hotel! Easy access to Kyoto Station. It has direct access to a seven eleven. It has just 8 washer/dryers. Clean areas and bedroom and bathroom were spacious!"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥12,999 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
￥12,999
￥14,544 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,258 reviews)
"Didn’t like taking my shoes off to go into the lobby Pillows were terrible"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥12,556 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
￥12,556
￥14,069 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,074 reviews)
"Great location and cleanliness."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥15,880 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
￥15,880
￥17,468 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,116 reviews)
"My family agreed this is the nicest hotel we’ve ever stayed in! The staff was kind and professional. The room was comfortable and spacious-had a nice sitting area, very comfortable beds. The shower was luxurious. The laundry in the basement was set up next to a nice lounge area with complimentary ..."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo

3 out of 5
391 Shiogamacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥7,528 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
￥7,528
￥8,281 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (814 reviews)
"This hotel is conveniently located for the bus and subway, meaning we were able to go all over the city to see the sights easily. The room was clean and comfortable, with a good shower and wash products in the compact bathroom. Beds are firm but comfortable enough. Air conditioning was a great antidote ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ￥10,729 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
￥10,729
￥14,167 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,563 reviews)
Very modern and confortable hotel.
"The hotel Granvia in Kyoto is modern, clean and well organized. The staff is very nice, polite and helpful. The location is very convenient to do day trips from Kyoto. There is a good choice of restaurants in the hotel although they are very expensive. We could hear other guests from our room. The ..."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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Other neighborhoods around Yamashina Ward

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

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(17 area reviews)

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

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

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

Okazaki

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Komatsucho

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.

Komatsucho
Gion which includes cycling, street scenes and night scenes

Gion

5/5(208 area reviews)

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

Gion
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

5/5(35 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Station Building.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho

Yamashina Ward