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.
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.
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.
Ryoma Shopping Street
You can enjoy retail therapy at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto.
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.
Rokakkudo Temple
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Rokakkudo Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
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Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki
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Kyoto 1 Day UNESCO Sites Bus Tour
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kyoto
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple. 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 Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.