Arashiyama Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Arashiyama Onsen
You can take time to visit Arashiyama Onsen during your travels to Kyoto. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Visiting the Arashiyama Monkey Park is a unique opportunity to see wild Japanese macaques swinging through the trees.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Arashiyama Nakanoshima Park
After visiting Arashiyama Nakanoshima Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine: Explore the 1,000 Torii Gates on an audio walking tour
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Our pick of the best Arashiyama Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Everything was perfect! The staff especially were amazing help with anything I needed!
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
I had a great stay at Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto. The room was really spacious and I was kindly given an upgrade by reception, which was a lovely touch. The bakery in the lobby was fantastic as well – perfect for a relaxed breakfast and great coffee. Overall, a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
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Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Fantastic location and facility, walking distance to shopping mall. Love to have access to water and ice machine. Only problem is the bed too firm for American husband standards he preferred pillow top mattress.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
The hotel was beautiful. It was in a great location, walking distance to all major locations and train stations! The room was clean, beautifully decorated, and very spacious! It was also very very clean which we loved! The snack area for guests in the basement wloorwas also a great touch! We didn't ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Faultless! Great room. Beautiful bath and sauna. Friendly helpful staff.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arashiyama
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
Nakagyo Ward
Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
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