Yamashina Ward

Kyoto
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Popular places to visit

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Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(157 reviews)

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
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Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(249 reviews)

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
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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
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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 Imperial Palace

4.5/5(115 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kyoto Imperial Palace. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
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Nijō Castle

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Nijō Castle

Things to do

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

RM389
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

RM104
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
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Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District

RM56
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

RM126
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo

RM2,017
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
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Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

RM389
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Yamashina Ward

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 RM212 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
RM212
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,039 reviews)
"A good hotel with a fantastic breakfast. A large selection of delicious food to choose from."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM506 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
RM506
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,590 reviews)
"Nothing short of perfection."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 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 (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (765 reviews)
"Great amenities"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

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Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM262 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
RM262
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,039 reviews)
"best hotel for the value. Also great breakfast"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

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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 RM679 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
RM679
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
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! (1,018 reviews)
Our Kyoto Trip
"We were there for seven nights and found the hotel to be a delight. The hotel was modern, clean and conviently located. We were within walking distance of several of the shopping districts and key tourist destination, including the Kamo River, which is just a block away. There are several popular ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Cross Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM309 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
RM309
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,773 reviews)
"Very clean and nice staff. Great area to visit temples and shrines."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Yamashina 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 Hokanji Temple.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
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
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
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 Maruyama Park while you're exploring the area.

Gion
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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 Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward

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