Downtown Kyoto
Kyoto
Visit Downtown Kyoto
Popular places to visit
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.
Kiyamachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.
Kyoto International Manga Museum
This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.
Teramachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a visit to Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Mikane Shrine
Mikane Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Rokakkudo Temple
After visiting Rokakkudo Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Optional Lunch
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch
From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto
Kyoto Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-See Sights & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Helpful, willing staff
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Staff was amazing, room extremely comfortable and excellent location! I would most definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Courteous staff, clean room. Good location convenient to walk to Gion and transit elsewhere. Love the Dickensian pajamas in the rooms!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Excellent Hotel, superb staff and great location close to subway lines, hotels and convenience stores right there at walking distance.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Hilton Kyoto
Great stay! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Great service. Location is great (next to the Kyoto museum and lots of restaurants and shops nearby.) also close to the Nishiki market and other places to shop. Room was spacious and had great tech to control lights/ac etc. great Sake bar on-site too.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kyoto
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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 Sanjo Street.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum while you're exploring the area.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
