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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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

P7,231
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

P7,384
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

P2,093
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

P4,567
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Picture 3 for Activity From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour

From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch

P4,567
per adult
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch
Full-Day Kyoto Walking Tour: Most Iconic Landmarks & Monkeys

Full-Day Kyoto Walking Tour: Most Iconic Landmarks & Monkeys

P5,671
per adult
Full-Day Kyoto Walking Tour: Most Iconic Landmarks & Monkeys
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,058 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P5,058
P5,564 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
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! (4,118 reviews)
"Me and my friend stayed here for 2 nights and we absolutely loved it. They store luggage if you arrive early and also if you’re checking out and need it to be stored while you explore the city while leaving. I’m pretty sure I noticed luggage transport facilities too but we didn’t use that. From the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

4 out of 5
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P3,669 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
P3,669
P4,036 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"The rooms are small as all Japanese hotel rooms, if traveling with a family of 5, beds are not big enough for the kids. You will need another room. (Speacially if they are teens)"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P5,146 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P5,146
P5,661 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P3,809 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
P3,809
P4,190 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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. ...
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P7,533 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
P7,533
P8,594 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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. ...
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P3,209 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
P3,209
P3,529 total
Sep 6 - Sep 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,878 reviews)
"Very clean and the breakfast was very good"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
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Where to stay in Ukyo Ward

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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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 wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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 Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street 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 Kawaramachi Street. 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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