Higashiyama Ward

Kyoto

Shoren-in Temple showing signage and a temple or place of worship
Kodaiji Temple which includes a garden, landscape views and religious elements
Kodaiji Temple featuring forest scenes and a garden
Kiyomizu Temple showing a city, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Shoren-in Temple featuring a garden, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious elements

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
Yasaka Shrine featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Yasaka Shrine

Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.

Yasaka Shrine
Gion Corner

Gion Corner

Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Gion Corner
Sanjusangendo Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

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.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Hanamikoji Street

Hanamikoji Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Hanamikoji Street
Kenninji Temple which includes interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Kenninji Temple

Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.

Kenninji Temple

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

RM15
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

RM342
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

RM147
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Kimono Experience in Gion

Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience

RM16
per adult
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

RM342
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

RM428
per adult
Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
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Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM992 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
RM992
RM1,091 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,327 reviews)
"Love the place and staff and super helpful and nice,super clean, bed and pillow are very comfortable"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM816 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
RM816
RM1,015 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
"The place overall was fantastic!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM1,138 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
RM1,138
RM1,252 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very quiet in a great location"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

5 out of 5
644-2 Sanjusangendo-mawari, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM1,347 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM1,347
RM1,674 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Excellent location and breakfast. Very clean hotel. Spa was very good too."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Minn Gion

Minn Gion

4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
"A lot of sounds in the morning, otherwise spacious and clean."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
84 Ohashicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is RM917 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM917
RM1,139 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (598 reviews)
"Great location - so close to restaurants and other sights while still feeling a bit off the main road"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka featuring a small town or village and street scenes 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 Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kenninji Temple which includes 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
Gion which includes night scenes, street scenes and cycling

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
Eikando Temple showing a temple or place of worship, religious aspects and a park

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 Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyōto which includes mountains and a river or creek

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward