Horiikecho Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Horiikecho
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
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.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.
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.
Nijō Castle
This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.
Activities
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
Our pick of the best Horiikecho Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Amazing time. Great hospitality. No problems
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Felt very luxury for the price point. Lots of guest treats including breakfast, a light meal, guest lounge with snacks and drinks and welcome drink. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Rooms are very clean, staff is very nice, breakfast buffet was good. The only thing is the location, it was too far from everything we wanted to do.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Nice and helpful staff affirming security nice facility clean rooms somewhat roomy and nice bathrooms
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Stayed at 3 different hotels during my trip and this one was my favorite. Nice location with just a 2-mins walk from Kyoto station. 711 is connected to the lobby. Spacious and clean room. Comfortable PJs. Nice shower with very hot water and good water pressure. Fast wifi and tons of info on the TV ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
So handy for getting to transport, good food options and close to Nishiki market. Comfortable twin room where I slept well, being 6ft 5 inches I was concerned the bed may not be big enough, but it certainly was. Great AC too.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Horiikecho
Okazaki
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.
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 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.
