Komatsucho Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Komatsucho
Popular places to visit
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.
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
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.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.
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
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Our pick of the best Komatsucho Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Close to main transportation hub, staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
It was such a clean and neat property! Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Amazing!!!! great staff convenience location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Great location, very walkable to many destinations. Best breakfast buffet I’ve had with a good mix of western and Asian foods. Clean, helpful staff, coin laundry available. If I return I will stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Very good 10/10
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
clean and polite
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Komatsucho
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
