Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower which includes central business district, modern architecture and a city
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower featuring a city, modern architecture and city views
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council

Popular places to visit

Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(117 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
Kyoto Station Building

Kyoto Station Building

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Station Building
Umekoji Park

Umekoji Park

Explore the great outdoors at Umekoji Park, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park
Higashi Honganji Temple

Higashi Honganji Temple

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Higashi Honganji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Higashi Honganji Temple
Kyoto Railway Museum

Kyoto Railway Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Railway Museum

Kawaramachi Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kawaramachi Street

Things to do

2023/9/14掲載

1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka

฿4,776
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

฿960
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

฿16,792
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

฿888
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Nara Early Bird Tour

Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)

฿2,302
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

฿1,460
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,108 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
฿3,108
฿3,419 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,595 reviews)
"The ryokan hotel was within 5 minutes walk to two stations and is very well maintained. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,079 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
฿3,079
฿3,387 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,513 reviews)
"Great property, felt valued as a customer, top notch service!"

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,896 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
฿1,896
฿2,376 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,060 reviews)
"Property was great, generally well-kept and very comfortable. The room was extremely spacious and good value for money. It would have been nice if the pool facilities were included in the price of the room rather than an extra. Location is close enough to Kyoton Station with a shuttle available too. ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,154 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
฿2,154
฿2,369 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,455 reviews)
Good hotel
"Good nice."

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿1,967 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
฿1,967
฿2,488 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (452 reviews)
"Great breakfast options but almost all are the same daily. Room is cleaned everyday and toiletries are refilled too. Public bath available that makes our stay special as it is free. Toilet and bath are separated. Very near to train station."

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2024

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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 ฿4,536 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
฿4,536
฿5,983 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,357 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2024

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward

Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

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.

Ukyo Ward
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Nakagyo Ward
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like To-ji Temple.

Minami Ward

Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide