Ukyo Ward

Kyoto

Cherry blossoms, a pagoda, and a fenced area.
A pathway flanked by tall green bamboo stalks.
A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, tiled roofs, and white parasols.
A brightly lit staircase with LED lights forming a pattern on the steps.
A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees, leading into a forested area.

Stay near popular Ukyo Ward attractions

Cherry blossoms in full bloom against a backdrop of traditional Japanese architecture.
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Open Photo by Nethaneel

Shijo Street

8.6/10 (197 reviews)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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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
Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

P6,766
per adult
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 Ukyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P8,546 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
P8,546
P9,521 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 ...
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,402 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
P6,402
P7,747 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,702 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
P7,702
P8,472 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,274 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, room was great and really big compared to other Japanese hotels I stayed in. Great, convenient location."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P6,770 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
P6,770
P8,192 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,107 reviews)
"The rooms do not look like the pictures. Management was not helpful when telling him I was unhappy with the room. It seemed to be a me problem not there’s. other staff were kind and friendly when greeted. Rooms are very outdated. Far better hotels around the area"

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P2,959 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
P2,959
P3,255 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,117 reviews)
"Staff: normal Location: convenient Price: reasonable Cleanness: well cleaned Towels: look cheap and a bit dirty"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P5,721 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
P5,721
P6,293 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,134 reviews)
"Location was amazing for shopping and very good for restaurants"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
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Where to stay in Ukyo Ward

Find the best Ukyo Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ukyo 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 cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

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.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

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.

Ukyo Ward

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