Higashiyama Ward
Kyoto
Visit Higashiyama Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
Gion Corner
Enjoy a show at Gion Corner, a theater with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Yasaka Shrine
Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
Hanamikoji Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a visit to Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Gion Shirakawa Area
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
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 Higashiyama Ward
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great vibe, excellent roof bar, and staff, also clean, good value and located not far from main station and 19th cent timber laneway villages on north side.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Clean, quiet, cosy room. Great staff. Laundry on site and a shuttle back and forth to the train station. In a very convenient location for sightseeing and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
The staff was lovely. The room accommodations were also lovely and within walking distance to a lot of temples.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Modern, clean room with modern Japanese charm. Close to transport and the main shopping area of Kyoto.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
I’ve stayed here before and that’s why I returned, definelty a must stay in Kyoto. The views and breakfast are excellent!
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
