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 shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park
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
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

Kawaramachi Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kawaramachi Street

Things to do

Tokaido Shinkansen [Photo for illustrative purposes only]

Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka

฿3,101
Per adult
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
2023/9/14掲載

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

฿4,784
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

฿886
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

฿1,174
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Fukuoka/Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima 1-Day Bus Tour

From Fukuoka/Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima 1-Day Bus Tour

฿8,582
Per adult
From Fukuoka/Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

฿1,639
Per adult
80% 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 ฿3,971 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
฿3,971
฿4,368 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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! (2,412 reviews)
"The onsen and added extras here made it a great stay"

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
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! (1,371 reviews)
"Everything was great but the beds were extremely firm."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

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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
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,031 reviews)
"We had to ask to be moved on our first night as the train noise was exceptionally loud. The room we moved to was fine. Staff were l lovely especially Dhungana Samar who helped us move rooms in the night. Concierge was also excellent."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2024

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RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,442 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿3,442
฿3,786 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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! (1,371 reviews)
"Hotel room is huge and comfortable, very clean, so convenient as there’s a link bridge to Umekoji-Kyotonishi subway, just one stop to Kyoto station. Second floor Issunboushi restaurant serve first class Wagyu beef, with discount to hotel guests."

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
4 out of 5
396, Gojokarasuma, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,547 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
฿2,547
฿2,802 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (935 reviews)
"A lovely stay - great staff."

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
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 ฿1,646 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿1,646
฿2,142 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (405 reviews)
"Great location, great service. Unfortunate that there’s big group travel at the same nights we were there, little inconvenience in using public bath."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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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)

Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street 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 Kawaramachi Street and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
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Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, 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 Kawaramachi Street.

Minami Ward

Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide