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 Fushimi Castle.

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.

Hiyoshicho
While Hiyoshicho might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kyoto National Museum and Shoseien Garden.

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.

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.

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"great hotel with onsen hot springs"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"The room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"Room was very spacious for family of three. It was in 2 minutes walk from the Kyoto train station which was very convenient. Self check in/out process was great. Having 7 eleven next to the hotel made our stay even better ☺️. We were able to store our luggage in the hotel after checking out until ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
"The cleanliness of the room was very disappointing. I gave it 2 stars, and I have stayed in 3-star hotels before that were still much cleaner than this one. There was also a very strong cooking smell as soon as we walked into the room, which suggests that many guests cook in the room and that the ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
"Great location, professional and friendly staff. The apartment had a great distribution, it was clean and comfortable. All in all, a great experience for the entire family."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026

MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
"Loved it"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
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.

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 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.

Kyoto Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Kyoto Aquarium during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.




