Title: Visit Shimokawaracho: 2026 Shimokawaracho, Kyoto Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Shimokawaracho](https://expedia.com/Shimokawaracho-Hotels.d553248635976383477.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kyoto](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kyoto](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Shimokawaracho](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Shimokawaracho.d553248635976383477.Car-Rental-Guide)[Shimokawaracho Vacations](https://expedia.com/Shimokawaracho.d553248635976383477.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Shimokawaracho ## Kyoto ![Light up at night🍃 Kyoto,Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/b2929296-77d5-4319-80fd-0ea35c7b7140.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Light up at night🍃 Kyoto,Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/b2929296-77d5-4319-80fd-0ea35c7b7140.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kodaiji is a beautiful temple in Gion. Plus, it has a nice bamboo grove that's much less crowded than the famous one in Arashiyama. A true hidden treasure #trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/9a2a088e-93b4-4588-9dc7-dd562ff26187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Largest Buddha in Kyoto, this serves as a memorial for Japanese soldiers #LifeatExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/9f766779-d347-44d6-b682-4bb875db496a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kyoto aqueduct. Located inside the Nanzen-ji temple, this aqueduct is a popular photo spot #TroveOnTuesday #bvsjapan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/a2a13ce8-4b83-4f1b-a19a-c31c5092f172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Shimokawaracho Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kyoto Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kyoto.dx6131486) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ishibe Alley featuring heritage architecture, a city and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288823/4b1d467d-c090-45c8-9aa4-0356dc44a8e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ishibe Alley Imagine life as it was during the Taisho Period as you explore this preserved Kyoto alley, complete with traditional teahouses, inns and kimono-clad hostesses. [](https://expedia.com/Ishibe-Alley-Kyoto.d6288823.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kyōto which includes a temple or place of worship, night scenes and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772528/0e596b43-c971-4993-bcf2-f8c9121a098f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Entokuin Temple Visitors come to this ancient site for its pleasant temple but stay to relish the nature and tranquility of its serene Zen garden. [](https://expedia.com/Entokuin-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d553248621532772528.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/6c56789f-84af-40e6-9dac-970244fac989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nishiki Market 4.5/5(253 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. [](https://expedia.com/Nishiki-Market-Downtown-Kyoto.d6258971.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kiyomizu Temple 4.5/5(759 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/46fb6762-7a3e-4f67-967b-9e88362b9013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fushimi Inari Shrine 4.5/5(1,177 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. [](https://expedia.com/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Vacation-Attraction) ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kawaramachi Street 4.5/5(124 reviews) During your trip to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kawaramachi Street. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Kawaramachi-Street-Shimogyo-Ward.d6204513.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha $25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari $99 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour $122 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49773415/eacb9cd3-7edd-4f0a-9f65-9d5bb0e7214c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour $60 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-kyoto-osaka-kyoto-must-see-spots-nara-park-one-day-tour.a49773415.activity-details) ![Experience the traditional way of drinking tea prepared by a tea master](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1219871/488ff48b-d226-4025-a6e2-613df9cdfca9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine $96 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-with-kimono-near-by-imamiya-jinjya-shrine.a1219871.activity-details) ![Kiyomizu-dera Temple-1](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50254108/7dda46db-bef2-4ba3-8af4-68c92dc68d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour $54 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/osaka-kyoto-nara-top-hightlights-english-speaking-tour.a50254108.activity-details) [See all activities in Kyoto](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Shimokawaracho Hotel Deals ![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/9d8a8a3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs 491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto $85 nightly $94 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,869 reviews) Everything was perfect! The staff especially were amazing help with anything I needed! Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F24%2F2026&endDate=2%2F25%2F2026&selected=44762017&PinnedHotelID=44762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383477) ![Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69680000/69673800/69673755/e79c00ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto 4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto $92 nightly $102 total Feb 20 - Feb 21 Stay at this 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! (1,645 reviews) Yes the room rooms were spotless and the staffs was extremely excellent. 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Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=26999&PinnedHotelID=26999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383477) ![THE BLOSSOM KYOTO ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76497900/76497805/5129ee06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE BLOSSOM KYOTO 140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto $149 nightly $164 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,552 reviews) Wonderful Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F3%2F2026&endDate=3%2F4%2F2026&selected=76497805&PinnedHotelID=76497805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976383477) ![sequence KYOTO GOJO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46310000/46304800/46304712/62f1d485_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### sequence KYOTO GOJO 409 Gojokarasumacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto $65 nightly $72 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (677 reviews) Faultless! Great room. Beautiful bath and sauna. Friendly helpful staff. 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Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Higashiyama-Ward.dx179161) ![Sannenzaka Ninenzaka which includes street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204602/3f6981ce-61c0-4097-afa4-d7c641fc9232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sannenzaka Ninenzaka 5/5(17 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Sannenzaka-Ninenzaka.dx6204602) ![Gion which includes cycling, street scenes and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160577/71bed452-947c-4e43-9340-af0f53500fb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gion 5/5(208 area reviews) Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Gion.dx6160577) ![Komatsucho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/af3839f3-ffcd-4440-a9a1-dd689f50b078.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Komatsucho 5/5(8 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Komatsucho.dx553248635976381707) ![Eikando Temple showing religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981691592/8f4fb6e4-10e9-42d2-af53-9d3df26cc4eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Okazaki 4.5/5(16 area reviews) Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.com/Kyoto-Okazaki.dx553248633981691592) ![The Gion Matsuri Festival is Japans most famous festival. Musicians sit in huge floats that are pushed/dragged around town in Kyoto while the musicians play their flutes. There are two types of floats in The Gion Matsuri Parade, Yama and Hoko. There are 23 Yama and 10 Hoko. The Hoko floats can be up to 25 meters tall and weigh up to 12 tons. The main procession of the floats are held on the 17th of July, which is when this photo was taken. #Festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/b32ad9d8-181f-4e9b-b1ab-628b2a70c4ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Karasuma Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street. 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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