Downtown Kyoto

Kyoto

Kyōto which includes mountains and a river or creek
Kyōto featuring religious aspects as well as an individual femail
Kyōto showing interior views and dining out
Kyōto showing a city
Kyōto featuring a house and signage

Popular places to visit

Nishiki Market which includes markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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
Kyoto International Manga Museum which includes a city

Kyoto International Manga Museum

This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.

Kyoto International Manga Museum
Kiyamachi Street

Kiyamachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.

Kiyamachi Street
Ryoma Shopping Street

Ryoma Shopping Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto.

Ryoma Shopping Street

Teramachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Teramachi Street

Mikane Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Mikane Shrine. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Mikane Shrine

Things to do

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

RM2,074
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

RM15
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Samurai and Ninja Museum Kyoto

Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO

RM116
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

RM292
per adult
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

RM119
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

RM2,074
per traveller
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Right on the covered shopping roads great for HOT Kyoto afternoons."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM428 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
RM428
RM471 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,561 reviews)
"Had an absolutely wonderful extended stay. Superb location and service and very comfortable and spacious rooms. Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3 out of 5
80 Mikuracho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM174 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM174
RM191 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine ...
9/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
"Really good breakfast options - try Japanese or play it safe as you prefer. Big room, comfy beds, relaxing onsen. Good value. What more could you want?"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

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The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM273 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
RM273
RM346 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,222 reviews)
"Excellent location!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
165-1 Moriyama-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
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The price is RM221 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
RM221
RM243 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (875 reviews)
"The staff was a bit rude"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3 out of 5
249, Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM257 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM257
RM282 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (742 reviews)
"Very kind and friendly staff. They were accommodating."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kyoto

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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
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle 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
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
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto