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

Two monkeys on a rope bridge over a pond with rocks and greenery around.

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

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

฿1,132
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

฿4,016
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan

฿1,029
per traveller
Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU|Kimono/Yukata Rental FamilyPlan
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set

Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set

฿926
per adult
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
1 Hour Walking Tour in Kyoto with English Tour Guide

Walking Tour in Kyoto with English Tour Guide

฿1,132
per adult
Walking Tour in Kyoto with English Tour Guide
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿117
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
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Top hotels in Nishikyo Ward

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,111 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,111
฿3,935 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (5,683 reviews)
"My room was almost 100% clean. There was a long hair on the toilet and rubbish in the carpet."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2 out of 5
2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿1,092 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿1,092
฿1,202 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (838 reviews)
"My stay was excellent from beginning to end. The staff was genuinely friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help with any questions or requests. Their professionalism and hospitality made me feel right at home. The hotel itself was exceptionally clean, from the lobby to my room. Housekeeping ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
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 ฿1,927 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿1,927
฿2,502 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,795 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, the staff are really friendly & the hotel is amazing & in central Location."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Monterey Le Frere 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 ฿5,329 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿5,329
฿5,862 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

3 out of 5
2-8-32 Sonezaki, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is ฿1,649 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿1,649
฿1,995 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿3,885 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,885
฿4,274 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,036 reviews)
"The breakfast and the entire dining area was great. The hotel is very modern and clean. The best hotel I stayed in over a 2 week vacation in Japan. Only downside is that it's not close to Kyoto train station (35 min walk or 10 min drive) or the mall."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
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Where to stay in Nishikyo Ward

Find the best Nishikyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. 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 Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, 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 Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide