Northern Kyoto
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Kyoto
Where to stay in Northern Kyoto
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Nijō Castle. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street.
Arashiyama
Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty, Arashiyama offers attractions like Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryū-ji temple, and Sagano bamboo forest. Easily accessible and walkable, it's perfect for exploring Kyoto's western outskirts.
Sakyo Ward
Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto Concert Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Great service, very nice hotel and very friendly staff. Great location. Will definitely stay here if ill be back in kyoto!
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Friendly staff Clean room
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Room was great... bigger than usual and very clean. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
nol kyoto sanjo
Truly one of the best stays my husband and I had! It was such a relaxing experience with the amenities and was spacious for what we both had (two carry-ons). I would highly recommend and would definitely come back again to stay!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Minn Kawaramachi Gojo Riverside
Of the 5 hotels that I stayed at during my trip this was by far my favorite and I now know to use Minn for all of my Japan travel stays.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
The room was prefect, great location and the staff were very helpful!
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Popular places to visit
Nishiki Market
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Kyoto University
Walk around the campus at Kyoto University during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour
Kyoto and Nara Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todaiji from Osaka
Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour
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