Southern Kyoto
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto
Minami Ward
Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Minami Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station.
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 Tofuku-ji Temple.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Kami-toba
While Kami-toba might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kyoto Railway Museum and Kyoto Aquarium.
Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
When in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can plan a visit to Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Station Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
If we had known about this hotel earlier, we would have made it our main base in Kyoto. The location is extremely convenient, with easy access to both bus and train lines, and plenty of dining options in the surrounding area. The hotel itself is excellent and clearly very popular. The onsen is superb—spanning ...
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Modern vibe throughout, fantastic service, great spa, clean room. Breakfast was varied, but not particularly high quality.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Room was spotless, staff were amazing 🌟
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Clean and well maintained. It is a bit of a walk from the station but there are buses available. Well priced for the area.
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites
Staff was not very helpful and flippant when asking basic questions such as directions and transportation options. I also specifically asked to not be on the ground floor. The universal DGAF response was loud and clear.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Minn Kiyomizu Gojo
Everything was fantastic! Spacious room, and we liked the location too.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Kyoto Station Building
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Kyoto Station Building during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Higashi Honganji Temple
After visiting Higashi Honganji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
Kyoto and Nara Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todaiji from Osaka
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
