Yamashina Ward

Kyoto
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Popular places to visit

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Kiyomizu Temple

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
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Fushimi Inari Shrine

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
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Nishiki Market

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
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Kyoto Tower

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 Imperial Palace

You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Kyoto Imperial Palace. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
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Nijō Castle

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

Nijō Castle

Things to do

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

P4,620
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

P1,239
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
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Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District

P664
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

P1,502
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience

P1,253
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience
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Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

P4,620
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Yamashina Ward

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 P2,648 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
P2,648
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,035 reviews)
Loved this hotel
"Great welcome at check in. Lovely large, spotless room with everything we needed. Comfortable bed, sofa and desk. Great bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer provided. We used the washers/dryers on floor 2 which worked well. There was plenty of choice at breakfast, all very tasty. The staff were ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P5,862 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
P5,862
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,590 reviews)
"Nothing short of perfection."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

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 P7,770 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
P7,770
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (770 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location. Hotel was very nice"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P3,329 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
P3,329
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,042 reviews)
"Loved how clean the hotel was and restaurants inside the hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P8,480 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
P8,480
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,018 reviews)
Our Kyoto Trip
"We were there for seven nights and found the hotel to be a delight. The hotel was modern, clean and conviently located. We were within walking distance of several of the shopping districts and key tourist destination, including the Kamo River, which is just a block away. There are several popular ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

Cross Hotel 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 P3,632 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
P3,632
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,770 reviews)
"The room was spacious for our family of 4. - 2 beds and 2 futons - walk-in closet - large bathroom - separate toilet room - large entrance with a long bench"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Yamashina Ward

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

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

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

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 showing religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and a garden

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 which includes cycling, street scenes and night scenes

Gion

4.5/5(3 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

While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kawaramachi Street and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

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

Fushimi Ward

Fushimi Ward is a destination travelers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to explore sights like Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Fushimi Ward

Yamashina Ward