Shimogyo Ward

Kyoto

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower lit against the sky, modern buildings, and a busy intersection.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, traditional pagoda, and modern buildings.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a clear sky.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a curved road.

Stay near popular Shimogyo Ward attractions

A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.

Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

P7,940
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

P3,229
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Kyoto Bike Tour - Monkey Tour

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

P6,165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

P1,311
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

P7,536
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

P2,186
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P7,391 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
P7,391
P8,249 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,200 reviews)
"This was the best hotel we stayed in during our trip to Japan! The staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating, the breakfast was substantial and tasty, the rooms were lovely and spacious and the onsen’s had lots of different areas to choose from. We stayed 4 nights in total but had 3 separate ..."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P4,959 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
P4,959
P6,001 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P10,946 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
P10,946
P12,041 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

3.5 out of 5
1-9, Kamadono-cho, Higashi Shiokoji Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P4,791 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
P4,791
P5,270 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,028 reviews)
"Very convenient for training station. Helpful staff. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

3 out of 5
1 Aburanokoji-cho, Shiokoji-nishi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P3,363 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
P3,363
P4,069 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 out of 5
Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P5,508 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
P5,508
P6,059 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,702 reviews)
"Great hotel. Location is on main shopping street and within walking distance of Gion and the older area of Kyoto. Staff are friendly. Get a free sake each night. Rooms were decent."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

Find the best Shimogyo Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shimogyo Ward
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A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

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.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with a red and white color scheme, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Sannenzaka Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Shimogyo Ward

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