Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto





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Popular places to visit

Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favorite shopping spot in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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 search for that perfect souvenir at Kyoto Station Building during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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 temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Kyoto Aquarium during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"The facilities are excellent, the premises are clean, and the staff is both friendly and accommodating. The location is highly desirable. We anticipate returning for future stays and regret not having extended our previous visit."
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
"The hotel and the staff are great. Being connected to train station is ultra convenient. The only negative was the washer/dryer combo. Does not fully dry clothes. I work in laundry so I know exactly how much should into a washer/dryer to make it work properly. Other than they beautiful hotel, wonderful ..."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"I love how beautiful look the hotel. Breakfast was amazing"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
"Very clean room and comfortable beds, the staff was patient and caring I will book again in the future"
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
"We loved our stay here would highly recommend the hotel. The location worked great close to the train station and lots of shopping great city bakery right across the street with wonderful baked goods and sandwiches and lattes, etc. staff were wonderful and the rooms were very nice."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
"Great location and price."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.

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

Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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.

Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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