Shimokawaracho Travel Guide

Kyoto

Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Ishibe Alley featuring a city and a small town or village
Ishibe Alley showing signage
Kodaiji Temple which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

Ryozen Kannon War Memorial

Ryozen Kannon War Memorial

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Ryozen Kannon War Memorial. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Ryozen Kannon War Memorial
Kyoto which includes a temple or place of worship, night scenes and forest scenes

Entokuin Temple

Visitors come to this ancient site for its pleasant temple but stay to relish the nature and tranquility of its serene Zen garden.

Entokuin Temple
Ishibe Alley featuring a house, heritage architecture and a city

Ishibe Alley

Imagine life as it was during the Taisho Period as you explore this preserved Kyoto alley, complete with traditional teahouses, inns and kimono-clad hostesses.

Ishibe Alley
Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

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.

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

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.

Nishiki Market
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Things to do

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

฿2,420
per adult
Kyoto Rickshaw Tour
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk

Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk

฿3,259
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
1 Hour Small Group Zen Temple Meditation with a Monk

Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk

฿3,259
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
Zen Meditation with a Local Monk at a Hidden Temple in Gion

Kyoto Zen Meditation with a Monk & Optional Guided Tour of Gion

฿3,259
per adult
Kyoto Zen Meditation with a Monk & Optional Guided Tour of Gion
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿115
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

฿2,257
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
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Top hotels in Shimokawaracho

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,313 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿3,313
฿3,644 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews)
"Hotel staff was friendly, kind and attentive. The hotel is super clean and the breakfast is delicious!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,362 reviews)
"Really like this hotel From the start of entering until check out"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿3,496 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,496
฿4,423 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,627 reviews)
"Fantastic location"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿1,911 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿1,911
฿2,102 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this 3-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 in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,771 reviews)
"Everything great, only self check in is annoying"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,185 reviews)
"This hotel was so comfortable!!!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ฿2,174 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿2,174
฿2,391 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,791 reviews)
"Easy access to train station"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Shimokawaracho

Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Komatsucho

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
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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

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