Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage
Kodaiji Temple showing religious elements, a garden and a temple or place of worship
Kodaiji Temple featuring forest scenes and a park
Kiyomizu Temple featuring a city, a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Shoren-in Temple showing a temple or place of worship, a park and religious elements

Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Kiyomizu Temple

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

Kiyomizu Temple
Yasaka Shrine showing a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

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.

Yasaka Shrine
Gion Corner

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.

Gion Corner
Sanjusangendo Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements

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.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Hanamikoji Street

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.

Hanamikoji Street
Kenninji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

Kenninji Temple

Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.

Kenninji Temple

Activities

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

NZ$85
per adult
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

NZ$41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

NZ$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night

Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)

NZ$201
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari & Nara Bus Tour

From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Japanese Lunch

NZ$115
per adult
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Japanese Lunch
Kimono 1

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto

NZ$44
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
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Our pick of the best Higashiyama Ward Hotel Deals

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi, Higashiyama-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 restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,223 reviews)
"A terrific hotel with excellent staff The rooms are awesome the staff is amazing . The onsite restaurant is incredible . Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

4.5 out of 5
572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$446 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$446
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free train station pick-up, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (951 reviews)
"Nice well-appointed hotel just on the border of the Gion area. Great breakfast and quite nice sentó hot bath."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$134 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$134
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! Stylish at an affordable price, and located close to attractions and plenty of dining options. Loved having an Onsen on-site. Definitely recommend this hotel!!!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Minn Gion

Minn Gion

4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews)
"The spa was excellent. The staff was attentive and friendly."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Minn Gion
Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

3 out of 5
423 Sujakucho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (162 reviews)
"Loved the train station shuttle bus. Staff very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

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Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

5 out of 5
445-3 Myohoin Maekawa-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$1,812 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$1,812
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (363 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka featuring a small town or village and street scenes 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 Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kenninji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

Komatsucho

5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Gion featuring night scenes, cycling 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 Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Eikando Temple showing a garden, religious aspects 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
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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
Kyoto showing mountains and a river or creek

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.

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

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