Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

A calm river with a wooden boat carrying three people. Dense green trees line the riverbank.
A red torii gate leading up a stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery.
A forest path with people walking.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden pillars, and a signboard.
A traditional Japanese temple with a wooden structure, stone lanterns, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

Stay near popular Nishikyo Ward attractions

A group of people observing monkeys through a grid window.

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.
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Things to do

Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

฿3,609
per adult
Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots
There is also a corner where you can dress up as a princess

Kyoto Toei Studio Park Ticket Samurai Show Ninja Village

฿735
per adult
Kyoto Toei Studio Park Ticket Samurai Show Ninja Village
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto

Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto

฿531
per adult
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto
Kyoto Self-Guided Audio Experience

Kyoto Self-Guided Audio Experience

฿200
per adult
Kyoto Self-Guided Audio Experience
Full-Day Bus Tour of Kyoto

Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest

฿2,123
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest
Kyoto: Kintsugi

Kyoto: Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Workshop in Gion

฿265
per adult
Kyoto: Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Workshop in Gion
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Top hotels in Nishikyo Ward

Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort

Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort

4 out of 5
5-4 Arashiyamanishiichikawacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿7,562 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿7,562
฿8,382 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this ryokan in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿3,803 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿3,803
฿4,811 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,737 reviews)
"Great breakfast selections. Good location to train station."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

4.5 out of 5
Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿5,818 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿5,818
฿6,400 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,266 reviews)
"cafe was very nice with the outdoor view and fresh air. we used cafe twice in our one night stay and it was great. delicious club sandwiches , cake coffee and tea and soft drink and beer . The lounge area for evening drinks and snacks was really beautiful and peaceful watching the gorgeous city lights. ..."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿2,715 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,715
฿3,524 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

3 out of 5
4-5-18 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿1,379 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿1,379
฿1,517 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji

4 out of 5
4-2-3Hiranomachi Osaka Osaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,330 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,330
฿5,477 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
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Where to stay in Nishikyo Ward

Find the best Nishikyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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 Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. 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 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.

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 Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide