Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward

Popular places to visit

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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
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Kyoto Station Building

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

Kyoto Station Building
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka

฿3,100
Per adult
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
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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
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

฿888
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

฿1,179
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
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From Fukuoka/Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima 1-Day Bus Tour

฿8,671
Per adult
From Fukuoka/Osaka/Kyoto: Hiroshima Miyajima 1-Day Bus Tour
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Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

฿1,643
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 ฿3,760 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿3,760
฿4,197 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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! (2,335 reviews)
"Everything was perfect. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 5 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! (1,306 reviews)
"Very clean hotel. Service was friendly and the room was a great size for my husband and I. The location is great and close to shopping. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

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Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,984 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
฿2,984
฿3,283 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 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! (1,349 reviews)
"This hotel was amazing. All the amenities were great and very close to transit. Breakfast was nice and onsen was incredible. Staff was very nice and kind as well. Would definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿4,304 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿4,304
฿5,392 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (1,962 reviews)
"Excellent restaurants 1 up top set breakfast with rotating view of the city and 1 buffet your choice every day you stay"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel 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 ฿4,064 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
฿4,064
฿4,492 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 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! (915 reviews)
"Great location/ staff and clean"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma 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 ฿6,562 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿6,562
฿8,656 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,302 reviews)
"Large, comfortable and quiet rooms. A perfect transportation hub for anyone using the bus, metro, JR Lines or Shinkansen. Adjacent to Isetan, and plenty of restaurants, shops throughout the station and below in the Porta."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

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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 Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, 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