Top 10 Hotels in Kyoto in 2026 (from $30)

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A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and string lights against a backdrop of mountains.

A modern outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, lounge chairs, and ambient string lights.

A hallway with potted plants, wooden beams, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

1. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

$157

$173 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hot spring area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a small waterfall.

A building entrance with a sign indicating a Japanese-style hotel, a wheelchair-accessible ramp, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with a wooden sign indicating separate areas for men and women, a small water feature, and a sliding door.

A building with a large illuminated sign in Japanese characters, a covered entrance, and a staircase leading up to the entrance.

2. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Shimogyo Ward

$101

$113 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative vase with flowers.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a sign for 'KAMANZA' restaurant, and a clear blue sky.

A spa pool with a view of a rocky landscape and greenery.

3. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

$183

$201 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A pathway lined with rocks and greenery, leading to a traditional stone lantern and a building with large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, and a television.

A dining table with various dishes and drinks, a window with a view of the street, and a person holding chopsticks.

A modern room with a sofa, bench, and a table.

4. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Shimogyo Ward

$100

$110 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a city view.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a sloped ceiling and wooden paneling.

A buffet with various food items and condiments, set against a cityscape view.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, marble flooring, and a chandelier.

5. APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower

Naniwa

$49

$60 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.

6. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$271

$298 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A buffet area with various food stations, a chef preparing food, and a modern interior design.

7. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

$86

$105 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".

The exterior of Hotel MUSE with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a patterned glass facade.

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, a kitchen area in the background, and modern lighting fixtures.

8. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Downtown Kyoto

$106

$116 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern spa room with a wooden bench, a small table, and a large window offering a view of a forested area.

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass wall.

A dining table with plates of food, a cup, a glass, and a salt shaker.

9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Downtown Kyoto

$271

$298 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern interior with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows, and a rock garden view.

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped garden area.

A modern interior with a central rock garden, seating area, and hanging lights.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, stone accents, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Shimogyo Ward

$63

$69 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A person seated at a wooden table with a laptop, a white cup, and a chair in a modern room with large windows and a brick wall.

A modern hallway with a long wooden bench, stone walls, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a central island, and a dining area with benches.

11. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$61

$67 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a central staircase, a dining area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a sofa, a large window, and a wall-mounted artwork.

An interior view of a modern hotel lobby with an escalator leading to a second floor, a reception desk, and a dining area with a wooden floor.

12. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward

$118

$130 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a city view through the window.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a glass facade, and a parking area with several cars.

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large sink, mirror, and a city view.

13. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

$159

$202 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a city view.

The entrance to Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo South with a signboard, a tiled pathway, and a small garden area with plants.

A reception area with a honeycomb-patterned wall, a wooden reception desk, and two standing lamps.

14. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$121

$134 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

A corridor with vertical wooden panels and a tiled floor, leading to a room with a visible sign.

A buffet area with various food stations and a well-lit interior.

A bar with a modern design, featuring hanging spherical light fixtures and a dark wood finish.

15. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$96

$122 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A narrow waterway flanked by traditional wooden buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with patrons seated at tables, a bar counter with bottles, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

16. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Downtown Kyoto

$327

$359 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

A brick building entrance with a dark door labeled "LIBRARY".

A hotel entrance with a modern interior, a prominent chandelier, and a sign for the Hotel Monterrey Kyoto.

A hotel facade with large columns, balconies, and illuminated signage.

17. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$81

$107 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

A modern lounge area with seating, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a fire feature, and large windows offering city views.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a city view.

18. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$194

$213 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

A spacious lobby with a variety of seating options, including sofas, chairs, and a central coffee table. There is a large plant display on the upper level, and the area is well-lit with natural and artificial lighting.

A modern bar area with a DJ booth, seating, and a staircase leading to a bar counter.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.

19. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$425

$468 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

20. Hilton Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$271

$350 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

$456 off

$220

per night

$483 total

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$170

per night

$430 total

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$267 off

$163

per night

$359 total

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

$154

per night

$373 total

A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A room with a tatami mat table, two chairs, a tea set, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small side table, a nightstand, and a view of a lush indoor garden through a glass door.

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Downtown Kyoto

$167 off

$220

per night

$484 total

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Shimogyo Ward

$104 off

$207

per night

$460 total

Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Shimogyo Ward

$148

per night

$327 total

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, hexagonal stone flooring, and seating areas labeled "WATER TOWER LOUNGE" and "FRONT DESK."

A modern restaurant with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the garden.

A multi-story hotel with a reception area, a staircase, and a pool.

A modern building with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a sign reading "The Gallery".

Sakura Terrace The Gallery

Minami Ward

$128

per night

$311 total

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$144

per night

$378 total

A building entrance with a large banner displaying the name "KANSEI" and some Japanese characters.

A modern room with a sofa, two armchairs, and a small table.

A person seated at a round table with a bottle, a glass, and a container. Behind them is a wooden shelf with various bottles.

A modern conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a small seating area.

KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

$89

per night

$196 total

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Higashiyama Ward

$181

per night

$450 total

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Shimogyo Ward

$305 off

$188

per night

$413 total

The exterior of RIhGA GRAN KYOTO with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a staircase and illuminated signage.

An indoor escalator in a modern building with a sleek design, surrounded by wooden paneling and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a large window with a view.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, multiple levels, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

Rihga Gran Kyoto

Minami Ward

$109 off

$158

per night

$348 total

A modern building with a linear facade, multiple floors, and a train passing by.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A modern waiting area with a long bench, a sofa, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern train station entrance with glass doors and a blue mat with text.

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Shimogyo Ward

$58 off

$144

per night

$318 total

A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving ware.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of an outdoor garden.

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

$222 off

$180

per night

$435 total

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

$87 off

$131

per night

$159 total

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

$182 off

$218

per night

$240 total

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$110

per night

$144 total

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$170

per night

$215 total

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Downtown Kyoto

$23 off

$219

per night

$241 total

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward

$164

per night

$180 total

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Shimogyo Ward

$23 off

$128

per night

$141 total

Rihga Gran Kyoto

Minami Ward

$61 off

$144

per night

$158 total

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Downtown Kyoto

$154

per night

$169 total

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

$134 off

$150

per night

$181 total

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$271

per night

$298 total

Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Shimogyo Ward

$67 off

$156

per night

$172 total

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$194

per night

$214 total

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A modern indoor corridor with a staircase, potted plants, and a marble wall.

A person holding a glass with a straw, standing in front of a bar area with various bottles and containers.

Kyoto Century Hotel

Shimogyo Ward

$199

per night

$252 total

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Higashiyama Ward

$51 off

$206

per night

$256 total

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A hot spring area with a stone-tiled pool, wooden pillars, and a bamboo fence.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden structures.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden interior, a stone wall, and a view of a rocky garden through large windows.

A well-maintained garden with rocks, a small tree, and bamboo plants.

Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort

Arashiyama

$194

$216 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a tatami mat in the center.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with tatami flooring, low tables, and sliding doors.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with a cup, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

A traditional Japanese-style hotel room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a washbasin, and a small table with chairs.

Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura - Urushitei

Shimogyo Ward

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door to a garden, a low table, and a television.

A koi pond with a stone lantern, surrounded by rocks and foliage.

A bathroom with a stone floor, wooden stools, a bathtub with a stone wall, and a large mirror.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door leading to a garden, a television, and a cabinet.

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Sakyo Ward

$105

$127 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A traditional Japanese building with a sloped roof, surrounded by modern seating areas with illuminated tables and chairs.

A room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, a window with a view, and a shelf with a lamp and a small appliance.

A reception desk with a wooden counter and a sign above it.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low bed with a beige and white bedding, a shoji screen, and a built-in shelf unit.

Ryokan Azumaya

Shimogyo Ward

$28

$31 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a gated entrance, and a well-lit pathway.

A tatami mat room with a shoji screen displaying a forest scene.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a large window with grid patterns.

A hotel lobby with a central pillar, mirrored walls, and a tiled floor.

RYOKAN GINKAKU KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

$167

$183 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A traditional Japanese building with a covered entrance, bicycles parked outside, and a sign indicating a restaurant.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, bamboo fence, and a gravel path.

A room with a traditional Japanese shoji screen window, a television on a stand, a wooden table with a tray, and a chair.

A traditional Japanese meeting room with tatami mat flooring, wooden tables, and chairs arranged for a meeting.

Hifumi Ryokan

Shimogyo Ward

$61

$67 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a tiled roof, stone pathway, and wooden structures.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table with a bowl, chopsticks, and a remote control.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table with a kettle and tea set, a television, and a futon bed with patterned bedding.

A hotel hallway with a stone pathway, wooden benches, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.

Ryokan Kyo-no-yado Kagihei

Downtown Kyoto

$150

$165 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden floor, and a view of a garden with a tree and rocks.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a bridge, and various plants.

A traditional Japanese garden with stone lanterns, a wooden walkway, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Ryokan Yamazaki

Ukyo Ward

$69

$76 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A stone pathway leading to a small pond with a wooden structure on one side and a building entrance on the other.

A room with two beds, a TV, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with a view.

A modern room with a tatami mat floor, a low table, a television, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A spa with wooden walls and multiple hot tubs.

Yunoyado SYOUEI

Shimogyo Ward

$125

$137 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of a residential area.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted light fixture, and tatami flooring.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and large windows offering a view of a garden and mountains.

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion

$165

$181 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A dog jumping over a yellow and red obstacle in a room with a wall sign that reads "WAN TIME WAN MEETING".

A modern lobby with a map on the wall, seating areas, and a large poster.

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a map mural on the facade.

hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo

Downtown Kyoto

$87

$96 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hot pot meal with various vegetables and meats, steam rising from the pot, and a can of beer on the table.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with multiple pillows, and a wooden floor.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and directional signage.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a kitchenette.

Riverside Arashiyama

Arashiyama

$64

$71 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for HOTEL LIVEMAX and a visible entrance door.

A hotel room with two beds, beige bedding, white pillows, and a window with sheer curtains.

Three rows of identical machines with labels in a foreign language, likely indicating a specialized facility or equipment.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and vending machines.

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo Nishi

Central Kyoto

$37

$40 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A building facade with a sign indicating "NISHISHICHIJI" and a small illuminated sign on the right.

A modern two-story building with a dark facade and multiple windows.

A dining table set with bowls, plates, and chopsticks.

A hallway with a white countertop, a potted plant, a phone, and a door with a keypad and a map.

Oyado Nishishichijo

Shimogyo Ward

$79

$87 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a hanging shimenawa rope.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tablecloth, a bed with a futon, a television, and a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a shoji screen, and a hanging shoji door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, a tatami mat table, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Oyado GionMachiya

Sakyo Ward

$110

$184 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel entrance with a black gate, a sign with Japanese characters, and a tiled floor.

A kitchen with a sink, a dish rack, a bottle of dish soap, and a trash can.

A room with tatami mats, a bed with white bedding, and a small white trash bin.

A vending machine with various drinks and snacks.

Kyo-no-yado Enishi

Shimogyo Ward

$43

$48 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A well-lit entrance with a wooden door, a small step leading up to the door, and a light fixture above.

A wooden staircase with a handrail, leading to a door at the top.

A compact living space with a wooden dining table, sofa, and bench. A small round table with a vase of flowers is in the center.

A room with a wooden floor, a round table with a potted plant, and three wooden chairs.

Miro Sanjo Saiin Tei

Nakagyo Ward

$52

$57 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern building with a two-story entrance, wooden doors, and a balcony with railings.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a green sofa, and a small table with a remote control.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a wooden door, and a window with blinds.

A narrow hallway with wooden doors on both sides, leading to a closed door at the end.

Miro Fushimiinari Tei South

Fushimi Ward

$83

$92 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with a view.

A staircase with a handrail leading to a door with a keyhole and a handle.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding shoji screen, a wooden table with a microphone, and a green cushion.

A two-story building with a traditional Japanese architectural style, featuring a wooden gate and a small wooden bench outside.

Little Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Takatsuji

Shimogyo Ward

$94

$103 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, a tatami mat floor, and sliding glass doors.

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a bed with brown bedding, and a visible light source on the left.

A traditional Japanese sliding door with a wooden frame and a grid pattern, leading to a room with a visible window and a wooden interior.

A traditional Japanese shoji screen with sliding doors.

Kiyomori no Baika

Shimogyo Ward

$45

$94 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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

A stone pathway lined with cherry blossoms and traditional buildings.

A traditional wooden building with a stone pathway and a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

A cobblestone street lined with traditional wooden houses and bamboo fences.

Gion

Wander through Gion's narrow lanes where wooden machiya houses transport you to old-world Kyoto. Catch glimpses of geiko and maiko hurrying to appointments in elegant kimono along Hanamikoji Street. Yasaka Shrine's vermillion gates and the willow-lined Shirakawa canal create perfect photo backdrops for culture seekers. Temple gardens offer peaceful retreats from the bustling crowds. Exclusive kaiseki restaurants hide behind unassuming wooden facades, requiring reservations weeks ahead. Artisan shops sell handcrafted kimono accessories and traditional fans until early evening. Visit during morning hours to avoid the tourist crush. The neighborhood is best explored on foot, with the Gion-shijo Station connecting you to greater Kyoto.

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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm pond with rocks.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

A traditional gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto's historic streets are home to breathtaking UNESCO treasures like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Nijo Castle. You can immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture through mesmerizing geisha performances in Gion or peaceful tea ceremonies amid picturesque gardens. Wander through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine or marvel at the gleaming Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion. Traditional ryokans offer tatami floors and cultural immersion while local shops showcase exquisite textiles and ceramics. The neighborhood is best explored on foot or via the convenient metro stations at Imadegawa, Kuramaguchi, or Nijojo-mae. Morning visits help you dodge crowds and soak up temple bell echoes across this living museum of Japanese heritage.

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A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

A person in traditional Japanese attire descending stone steps, a lion statue, and a building with green and red accents in the background.

A traditional Japanese garden with a large tree, neatly trimmed bushes, a pond, and a pathway.

Cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese house, and a mountain range.

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

Higashiyama Ward

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

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Two people walking through a bamboo forest.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees with a clear sky above.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees and dry grass, leading into a dense bamboo forest.

A train on a bridge over a river, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

Arashiyama

Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty, Arashiyama offers attractions like Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryū-ji temple, and Sagano bamboo forest. Easily accessible and walkable, it's perfect for exploring Kyoto's western outskirts.

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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.

Shimogyo Ward

Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.

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Top landmarks in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese temple complex with autumn foliage, a prominent pagoda, and wooden walkways.

Kiyomizu Temple

9.0/10 (8,712 reviews)

Higashiyama Ward is home to Kiyomizu Temple and is a popular place to see in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Nishiki Market in Downtown Kyoto for some quality bargains. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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A red torii gate with stone lion statues on either side, leading to a shrine with a red roof.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

9.2/10 (8,924 reviews)

Fushimi Ward is home to Fushimi Inari Shrine, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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A traditional Japanese building with a stone wall and a canal reflecting the structure.

Nijō Castle

9.0/10 (4,696 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Nijō Castle— just one of the monuments in Central Kyoto. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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

Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Kawaramachi Street in Shimogyo Ward. Splash some more cash at Nishiki Market, Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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A traditional gate with ornate decorations and a clear blue sky above.

Kyoto Imperial Palace

8.8/10 (4,212 reviews)

Central Kyoto is home to Kyoto Imperial Palace, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by a tranquil pond, with reflections of the structure and surrounding trees.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

9.2/10 (2,270 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kinkaku-ji Temple— just one of the monuments in Kita Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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Kyoto Tower

8.2/10 (5,022 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kyoto Tower— just one of the monuments in Shimogyo Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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Kyoto and related destinations

Between ancient temples and modern manga museums, Kyoto reveals itself through contrasts. Wander through vermillion gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of torii create tunnels of orange against green mountainside. Geisha hurry through narrow Gion streets at dusk, their white-painted faces glimpsed briefly before disappearing into exclusive teahouses. The golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji appears to float on its reflecting pond, somehow more impressive than any photograph suggests. Nishiki Market offers bizarre delicacies and perfect ceramics in equal measure. Don't miss Arashiyama's bamboo grove, where morning light filters through impossibly tall stalks creating a green cathedral effect that explains why the Japanese find spirituality in nature.

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