Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto
Kyoto Tower which includes central business district, modern architecture and a city

Popular places to visit

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Kyoto Tower

4/5(117 reviews)

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 Tower
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Kyoto Station Building

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Station Building
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Umekoji Park

Explore the great outdoors at Umekoji Park, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park
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Higashi Honganji Temple

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Higashi Honganji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Higashi Honganji Temple
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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.

Kyoto Railway Museum
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Kawaramachi Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Kawaramachi Street

Things to do

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Nighttime All-Inclusive Local Eats and Streets, Gion and Beyond

฿5,110
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nighttime All-Inclusive Local Eats and Streets, Gion and Beyond
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

฿957
Per adult
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Explore Nishiki Market: Food & Culture Walk

฿4,229
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Nishiki Market: Food & Culture Walk
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Private Customized 3 Full Days Tour Package: Discover Kyoto, Arashiyama and Nara

฿51,098
Per adult
Private Customized 3 Full Days Tour Package: Discover Kyoto, Arashiyama and Nara
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Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour

฿3,014
Per adult
Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour
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Perfect 4 Day Sightseeing in Japan - English Speaking Chauffeur

฿140,960
Per adult
Perfect 4 Day Sightseeing in Japan - English Speaking Chauffeur
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,092 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿2,092
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (913 reviews)
"Good property to stay nice view."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,849 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿3,849
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,416 reviews)
"The overall onsen experience felt a bit contrived. This is a very big, very new hotel. Not an authentic experience. Check-in is pure insanity, with the number of people coming in and out. The same for breakfast buffet. But it is nearly new so very clean and in great shape! I doubt that will last ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (647 reviews)
"Very pretty hotel that was within easy walking distance of downtown and Ponchoto Alley, plus close to the subway and not far from Kyoto Station. Our room was fairly large and the bathroom was beautifully appointed. There is a common space that includes light snacks and beverages (so nice!), laundry ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

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Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3 out of 5
Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (751 reviews)
"Hotel is centrally located. Easy access to bus/train stations, shopping centers and restaurants."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

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Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Gojo-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,240 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿2,240
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"Staff is amazing and helpful . Hotel is insanely beautiful would stay again in our next trip to kyoto"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,469 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿3,469
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
"Very close to train station and buses. Nearby park and train museum and aquarium are convenient for families with children"

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo 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
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street 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.

Nakagyo Ward
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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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.

Karasuma
Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Minami Ward
Arashiyama Monkey Park showing animals and zoo animals

Nishikyo Ward

Well liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Saihoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.

Nishikyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide