Visit Shimogyo Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
Kyoto Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Higashi Honganji Temple
After visiting Higashi Honganji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 Shimogyo Ward
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
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Super nice hotel. Very helpful staff. Room was great. Good location.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Staff were nice however the room was too dusty.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Overall good stay. Stayed for 3 nights. Only thing would have been better rooms as neither rooms had a view only frosted glass and one was facing elevator.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
yes
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
wonderful hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo 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.
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.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or GEAR - Art Complex 1928, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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.
