Yamashina Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto
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Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(157 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
Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 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 which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(81 reviews)

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

Nijō Castle
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(249 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
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
Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple

3.5/5(2 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

Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip

฿1,930
per adult
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿205
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Tokaido Shinkansen [Photo for illustrative purposes only]

Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka

฿3,179
per adult
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

฿2,225
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
2023/9/14掲載

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

฿4,904
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Samurai and Ninja Museum Kyoto

Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO

฿899
per adult
Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
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Top hotels in Yamashina 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 ฿3,305 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
฿3,305
฿3,636 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (2,539 reviews)
"Very clean. Most staff could speak English and were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,826 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
฿2,826
฿3,109 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
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! (1,462 reviews)
"One of my favourite hotels of all time. Beautiful and clean rooms with Tatami mats, although it is a bit small. The room really felt premium. Basement had access to free soft drinks, coffee, tea, ice cream, and small snacks. Paid laundry machines are available 24/7 and you can check the status and ..."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
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 ฿1,422 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
฿1,422
฿1,593 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,145 reviews)
"It was very convenient, clean, and professional staff took care of everything."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,152 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
฿2,152
฿2,368 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
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! (1,433 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. The room is big. Lots of restaurants around the area. The hotel gave us 1000 yen voucher (for each guest) to use towards the restaurant inside the hotel. We also got vouchers for free drink. Will definitely come back to this hotel again."

Reviewed on 21 Dec 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 ฿2,112 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
฿2,112
฿2,646 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (2,056 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms and water pressure is amazing and has a shuttle bus from the Kyoto station to drop off if needed"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel 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 ฿2,090 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
฿2,090
฿2,644 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
"This Hotel was beautiful. It had comfy beds, great amenities, loved the public bath, helpful reception, next to the train station which was only one stop from the city or you could easily walk into the city. Breakfast and lunch options were great. Definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2024

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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Other neighbourhoods around Yamashina Ward

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

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(5 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

5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

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

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.

Okazaki
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

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

Gion
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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 Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Station Building.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward

Yamashina Ward Travel Guide