Kamigyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Kamigyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Shokoku-ji Temple
A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.
Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Doshisha University
Explore the campus of Doshisha University as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
Walk around the campus at Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour
Explore a Historic House: Kimono Photoshoot and Matcha Tea
Top hotels in Kamigyo Ward
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Clean room, very helpful staff, hotel had a special piano performance at the lobby during Christmas holiday! Breakfast is good!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
RESI STAY JISCO HOTEL Kyoto Gosho Nishi
The shared kitchen is good for making simple and healthy meal
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
We love everything with Onyado Nono. A great experience of awesome Japanese tradition. Love doing the Onsen. And plus all the staff are so nice, accommodating and very friendly. Onyado Hotel is a great hotel welcoming, calming and relaxing. Recommendable
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great hotel overall. The Italian restaurant on site is incredible. The bakery/cafe is also really good. The rooms were very clean and modern. Had a great stay!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Room was great... bigger than usual and very clean. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kamigyo Ward
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Nakagyo Ward
Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo Shrine and Kamo River are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
