Ohara Travel Guide
Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Sanzen-in Temple
After visiting Sanzen-in Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Nishiki Market
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.
Things to do
Kyoto Geisha Walking Tour: Gion District & Hidden Gems
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
Top hotels in Ohara
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Breakfast was great, very good variety. Staff were very friendly and polite. Hotel offers a lot of amenities and extra things like the soup at night, the snack from 3 to 6, plus the spa - huge plus! Easy to check in and out. Excellent stay, excellent location.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
The hotel was great. The rooms were clean, modern, and surprisingly spacious for Japanese standards. We especially loved the bakery and café in the lobby. It was a perfect way to start the day.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Great hotel close to major attractions. Good breakfast. Clean. 24 hour supermarket next door.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Our room was very comfortable and spacious. Convenient to Kyoto transit system.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Good location. 1 stop to Kyoto station with many bus options as well.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Nice modern vibe and impeccable service.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ohara
Sakyo Ward
Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Yoshida Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo River and Funaoka Thermal Bath are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
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 Nishijin Textile Center.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
