Ukyo Ward
![Kyōto featuring a park, landscape views and hiking or walking](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69643-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Popular places to visit
Shijo Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Ryoan-ji Temple
Features such as one of the most famous rock gardens in the country and a placid pond with charming islands distinguish this temple from others in the city.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ninna-ji Temple
With picturesque blossom gardens and a golden hall considered a national treasure, this temple is a historic monument devoted to bliss and tranquility.
Things to do
Kyoto Arashiyama & Sagano Bamboo Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
1-Full Day Private Experience of Culture and History of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors
Private Full Day of Kyoto from Osaka/Kobe port (Shore excursion)
1-Full Day Private Tour of Kyoto for 1 Day Visitors
Kyoto Ghost Tour - Ghosts, Mysteries & Bamboo Forest at Night
Top hotels in Ukyo Ward
![JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33390000/33382900/33382855/e919b208_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2024
![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/02e5289f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
![THE BLOSSOM KYOTO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76497900/76497805/w3000h1498x0y2-96caf856_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
![Hotel Emion Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45920000/45911500/45911447/ea3f2872_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
![Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27027000/27026975/57fd29a2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
![RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178600/178521/1f592504_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Ukyo Ward
![Kyoto Tower showing a city, night scenes and city views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69746-Kyoto-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
![Kyōto showing a river or creek and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45909-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street.
![Arashiyama Monkey Park showing zoo animals and animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45778-Arashiyama-Monkey-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Nishikyo Ward
Well-liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Saihoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.
![Nijo Castle showing a park and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45791-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
![Kyōto showing fall colors, religious aspects and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44542-Shokoku-Ji-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
![Central Kyoto](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69748-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.