Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Nishikyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.
Katsura Imperial Villa
Modeled on the fictional setting in a novel, this site has one of Kyōto’s greatest traditional gardens and architectural treasures.
Bamboo Forest Muko City
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Muko City during your travels in Kyoto. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Arashiyama
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Arashiyama during your travels in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Suzumushi-dera Temple
Suzumushi-dera Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Saihoji Temple
Saihoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
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
Kamo River’s Timeless Tales: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Kyoto
Top hotels in Nishikyo Ward
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
In a good location, with Lawson connected to the lobby. The room was small
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Close to everything! Nice staff ! Room clean and beautiful. With complete hygienist material and panjAma . Breakfast was delicious.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Clean room, staff amazing, location super convenient. One of the most rememberable hotels i ever stayed at.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
the room is a bit small, free spa roof top access, felt very clean there
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Midosuji Hommachi Eki Tower
Very nice and clean, staff was very helpful, and it has a 7-11 on floor 2 that was very convenient the spa does not allow tattoos but I wasn’t expecting it to be tattoo friendly this is just a heads up but all in all thank you APA for an enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Good location, Japanese style with modern amenities, walkable from Kyoto station. Clean, good hot spring.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nishikyo Ward
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
Nakagyo Ward
Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle 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.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
