Horiikecho Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Horiikecho
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.
Nijō Castle
This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.
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.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
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
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Our pick of the best Horiikecho Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The location was great and the onsen was fantastic. Breakfast and the late night Yonaki Soba was delicious. Nothing bad to be said about this hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Nice
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Great hotel for kyoto travel! right next to kyoto station so easy transport from the bullet train
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Excellent services and breakfast. Hotel is closed to everything
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Clean Room very nice staff excellent location
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
It is a lovely hotel with a serene atmosphere. It is walkable to many of the sights of Kyoto.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Horiikecho
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.
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.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
