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Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
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 University
Explore the campus of Kyoto University during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Top hotels in Kurama
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Perfect location, wonderful experience, hot spring was unbelievable. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
"いつもありがとうございます！ また宜しくお願い致します。"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Very convenient, right in front of the Kyoto train station"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"The room was spacious and we loved that the toilet was separate from the shower and bathroom sink. We received discount cards from booking on Expedia (that was a pleasant surprise). Breakfast was very good with a nice variety. Highly recommend this hotel. Best one we stayed at during our trip. Wish ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"The hotel was great, room clean, staff very kind and polite, always trying to help us. The breakfast was delicious with an excellent variety of hot and cold food. The spa was a bonus after a day of seeing the sites in the city to help us relax. The terrace offers a great view of the city and the ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"The room was nice and clean, breakfast was great"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kurama
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
