Nakagyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains
Kyoto showing religious elements as well as an individual female
Kyoto showing dining out and interior views
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Nijo Castle featuring heritage architecture and château or palace

Popular places to visit

Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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.

Nishiki Market
Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Nijō Castle
Kyoto International Manga Museum showing a city

Kyoto International Manga Museum

This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.

Kyoto International Manga Museum

Sanjo Street

During your visit to Kyoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sanjo Street. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Sanjo Street

Teramachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Teramachi Street

Rokakkudo Temple

You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Rokakkudo Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Rokakkudo Temple

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿114
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

฿15,896
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

฿2,235
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

฿15,896
per traveller
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

฿15,896
per traveller
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki

Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki

฿1,694
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki
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Top hotels in Nakagyo Ward

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"The hotel provided all amentaties you can think of such as facial masks, bath salt, toiletries, and daily water bottles. The front dest staff went above and beyond to help our big luggages delivered to out next hotek in Tokyo. The room barely has any walking and luggage space, especially with the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

3 out of 5
80 Mikuracho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿1,371 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿1,371
฿1,508 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (474 reviews)
"The room was a little small, but the hotel itself was in a good location and was comfortable. I like the garden itself to have breakfast over and it's a nice spot in Kyoto. I just wish their breakfast buffet changes as it's the same thing every day, but overall, it was a nice spot. Washing machines ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,039 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿3,039
฿3,343 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,607 reviews)
Amazing Hotel – Best Stay in Japan!
"This was by far the best hotel we stayed at during our entire trip in Japan, and we stayed in quite a few throughout the country. The breakfast was incredible, easily the best of our trip. The hotel itself is beautiful, with a great atmosphere and a fantastic location, within walking distance to ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
537-4 Ichinofunairicho, Kawaramachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,173 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,173
฿3,840 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Great place and amazing staff"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hotel Okura Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,340 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿2,340
฿2,961 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,238 reviews)
"Walking distance to shops, restaurants & transportation."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

4.5 out of 5
45-1, Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru, Higashinotoin, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿5,907 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,907
฿6,497 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (220 reviews)
"wonderful staff, peaceful atmosphere, and convenient location"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
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Other neighbourhoods around Nakagyo Ward

Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

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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.

Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

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.

Ukyo Ward

Nakagyo Ward Travel Guide