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.
Nijō Castle
This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.
Activities
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
Tea Ceremony in 150 Years Old Townhouse with Tables and Chairs
Kyoto and Nara Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todaiji from Osaka
Our pick of the best Horiikecho Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Breakfast and hot spring are great !
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
The rooms are small but clean.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Lean rooms, cleaning every day, pijamas new every day
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Amazing hotel very close to everything clean great customer service
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Enjoyed the excellent bath and steam sauna
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Loved the hotel as it was close to the JR Kyoto station. Very convenient for transportation. Staff was very helpful and professional.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Horiikecho
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art 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 Teramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
