Southern Kyoto
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto
Minami Ward
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.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Castle is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building.
Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kami-toba
While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Anrakujuin and Kyoto Railway Museum.
Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Unlimited ice cream after hot bath is the best. Fantastic location, friendly service, beautiful breakfast buffet!!! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Spotless, spacious room. Excellent staff including many bilingual members. Rooftop bar was amazing! Super place to stay!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Loved this hotel and the staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
It was amazing experience. My friends are so excited. The rooms are clean and staff was so helpful. Front desk offer can speak English with us and share the information for car parking too.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
We loved this hotel!! it was the best one we had on our trip to Japan. Totally recommended!!!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Kyoto Tower
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 Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Racecourse
You can take time to visit Kyoto Racecourse during your travels to Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch
KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour
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