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Popular places to visit

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Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(221 reviews)

This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.

Kiyomizu Temple
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Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(391 reviews)

This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
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Nishiki Market

4.5/5(125 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.

Nishiki Market
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Kyoto Tower

4/5(164 reviews)

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 Tower
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Kyoto Imperial Palace

4.5/5(186 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kyoto Imperial Palace. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
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Nijō Castle

4.5/5(198 reviews)

This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.

Nijō Castle

Activities

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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

NZ$135
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

NZ$36
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
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Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience

NZ$429
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Japanese Small Katana Forging Experience
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

NZ$44
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience

NZ$37
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience
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1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo

NZ$702
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
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Our pick of the best Anju Hotel Deals

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$73 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$73
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
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"The room was very nice & clean. Quite spacious. Wayyy more spacious than hotels in Tokyo. The TV has internet, YouTube & Netflix for you to watch before sleep. It has potable water too. Lovely."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$175 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$175
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,557 reviews)
"Beautiful stay We loved I recommend this hotel for couples or professionals travel"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (743 reviews)
"The public areas are gorgeous. Downstairs there is a lounge with generous snack options as well as onsen.I'm in a wheelchair and my needs are unique. The room is barely wheelchair accessible and the entry to the bathroom is not. That was not a problem for me but I warn other wheelchair users they ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

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Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$111 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$111
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,021 reviews)
"The service is excellent. Everyone is super nice, helpful and professiomal."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$287 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
NZ$287
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"The room is clean and cosy. The staff are friendly. The location is very nice."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

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RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$159 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
NZ$159
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,750 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice, clean and the restaurants were great! The buffet had so many choices and the view from the top was amazing!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Anju

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Yamashina Ward

The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Yamashina Ward. Biwako Quasi-National Park and Bishamon-do Temple are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Higashino Station or Keihan Yamashina to get around the larger area.

Yamashina Ward
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Hokanji Temple.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

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

Gion
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma

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