Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

A traditional Japanese building with a stone staircase leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery and moss-covered rocks.
A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bridge, a stone lantern, and lush greenery.
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.

Stay near popular Higashiyama Ward attractions

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

Kiyomizu Temple

9.0/5 (8,712 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

฿1,128
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

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

฿3,219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

฿1,026
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan
KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

฿3,077
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set

Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set

฿923
per adult
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art

Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art

฿690
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
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Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,127 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,127
฿4,540 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,965 reviews)
"The room was spacious, clean and modern. The food was incredible. The staff were very helpful. The hotel was close to a train station and a bus stop, so transportation was a breeze. One of the best hotels I ever stayed at, definitely will be back!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

4.5 out of 5
572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿5,246 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,246
฿5,771 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free train station pick-up and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Stunning hotel in a superb location. Lovely rooms, fantastic breakfast, super friendly and helpful staff. We explored mostly on foot directly from the hotel."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿3,779 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿3,779
฿4,157 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean room and facilities"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿2,640 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿2,640
฿3,281 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (426 reviews)
"All staff are very professional and helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

5 out of 5
1 Awataguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿6,604 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿6,604
฿8,354 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 3 restaurants, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Heian Shrine ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful; the Onsen was wonderful."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

5 out of 5
445-3 Myohoin Maekawa-cho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿28,726 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿28,726
฿36,338 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Gion Corner are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (401 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel. And the staff was so incredibly helpful"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
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Where to stay in Higashiyama Ward

Find the best Higashiyama Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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 Nishijin Textile Center.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. 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

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.

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

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide