Higashiyama Ward

Kyoto

Shoren-in Temple which includes signage and a temple or place of worship
Kodaiji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, religious elements and landscape views
Kodaiji Temple featuring forest scenes and a park
Kiyomizu Temple which includes religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and a city
Shoren-in Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

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
Yasaka Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

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.

Yasaka Shrine
Gion Corner

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.

Gion Corner
Sanjusangendo Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

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.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Hanamikoji Street

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.

Hanamikoji Street
Kenninji Temple showing a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

Kenninji Temple

Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.

Kenninji Temple

Things to do

Kyoto: Kimono Experience in Gion

Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience

P213
per adult
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

P1,926
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour
Kimono 1

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto

P1,489
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
Yasaka Pagoda in Gion District

Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation

P14,057
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Japanese Lunch

From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Japanese Lunch

P3,520
per adult
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Japanese Lunch
Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

P4,255
per adult
Kyoto Rickshaw Tour
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Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P21,845 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
P21,845
P24,029 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,319 reviews)
"Clean, great shower, close to lots of different things and the people at the counter were very helpful."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P12,049 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
P12,049
P14,976 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (208 reviews)
"We had a quite comfortable stay. The hotel locais good, very close to traun station. The staff are very helpful."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P18,833 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
P18,833
P20,716 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again. The location was perfect-- a short walk or train ride away from everything. The hotel itself was very clean and the staff was helpful."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

5 out of 5
644-2 Sanjusangendo-mawari, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P20,460 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
P20,460
P25,431 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were excellent."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
84 Ohashicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is P13,017 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P13,017
P16,180 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were very courteous. My wife really liked the free coffee and hot milk in first floor offered by the hotel. I recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

3 out of 5
423 Sujakucho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
"I lived everything about this hotel I would stay here again if I’m in kyoto"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka which includes a small town or village and street scenes 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 Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kenninji Temple showing a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

Komatsucho

If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.

Komatsucho
Gion which includes cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Eikando Temple showing religious aspects, a park and a temple or place of worship

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
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Karasuma

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyōto which includes mountains and a river or creek

Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward