Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashiyama Ward
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
Yasaka Shrine
Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.
Gion Corner
Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
Hanamikoji Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kodai-ji Temple
A widow built this temple in 1606 to pay homage to her late warrior husband. Today, it survives as an eye-catching site of tranquility with postcard-pretty gardens.
Activities
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
Our pick of the best Higashiyama Ward Hotel Deals
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"This hotel is a gem! We loved everything about it- the room, the common areas, the bakery, the rooftop bar, the restaurant. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
"Excellent stay near everything around Gion! Highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
"well located, clean and decently-sized room, helpful staff, good breakfast. would stay again"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
"Loved the outdoor foot bath after a long day of touring."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
"Very well all , locación, hotel , transportación. Staff. For aprox. only 17 dolars they sent your bags to next hotel"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
"We absolutely LOVED our stay in Kyoto at the Four Seasons. Every member of the team was incredibly kind, personable and beyond helpful. It was a beautiful hotel and an incredibly memorable stay."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Three-Year Slope or Sannenzaka Museum.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
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.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
