Kamigyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kamigyo Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
Doshisha University
Explore the campus of Doshisha University as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Shokoku-ji Temple
A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.
Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
Walk around the campus at Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari
Fushimi Inari Shrine: Explore the 1,000 Torii Gates on an audio walking tour
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Tea Ceremony in 150 Years Old Townhouse with Tables and Chairs
Our pick of the best Kamigyo Ward Hotel Deals
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
The hotel was beautiful- good size room, great service, comfortable beds and the added bonus of shuttle bus was also great!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
RESI STAY JISCO HOTEL Kyoto Gosho Nishi
Nice size room, good location
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Everything was perfect! The staff especially were amazing help with anything I needed!
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
I had a great stay at Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto. The room was really spacious and I was kindly given an upgrade by reception, which was a lovely touch. The bakery in the lobby was fantastic as well – perfect for a relaxed breakfast and great coffee. Overall, a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Fantastic location and facility, walking distance to shopping mall. Love to have access to water and ice machine. Only problem is the bed too firm for American husband standards he preferred pillow top mattress.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kamigyo Ward
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Nakagyo Ward
Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo Shrine and Kamo River are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
