Minami Ward
Kyoto
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
To-ji Temple
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
Rokusonno Shrine
After visiting Rokusonno Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kawaramachi Street. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Minami Ward
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"Great amenities for free (like combs, shaving razors, etc) and the hotel was clean, spacious (for Japan), and the staff were accommodating to tourists, and helped with luggage transfer."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"nice room, good location, overpriced so/so restaurants, great vending machines,"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
"Very clean, very nice. we like the hotel and the staff was very helpfull"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
"Everything about this hotel was amazing. Couldn’t ask for a better stay. The laundry services were amazing."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"Good Location close to railway station , clean well maintained room , Very good Breakfast Buffet , Staff were service focused and helpful. Enjoyed the stay to the max , Thank you to all the staff , will stay here again !"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE
"Clean room and very friendly & helpful staff"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
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 Castle.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests, and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. 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.
Fudocho
Though Fudocho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Shijo Kyo Machiya and Museum of Kyoto.
