Minami Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Toji Temple showing a pond and a garden
Toji Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a pond
Toji Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple featuring religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Toji Temple showing street scenes, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

To-ji Temple

4.5/5(63 reviews)

The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.

To-ji Temple
Rokusonno Shrine

Rokusonno Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Rokusonno Shrine. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Rokusonno Shrine
Kiyomizu Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(221 reviews)

This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.

Kiyomizu Temple
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(391 reviews)

This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Nishiki Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(125 reviews)

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.

Nishiki Market
Nijo Castle showing a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(198 reviews)

This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.

Nijō Castle

Activities

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

NZ$86
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch

From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch

NZ$104
per adult
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

NZ$119
per adult
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

NZ$119
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park

NZ$113
per adult
Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train,Fushimi Inari Taisha & Nara Park
Kyoto Fullday Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari

Kyoto Fullday Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari

NZ$105
per adult
Kyoto Fullday Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
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Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$95 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$95
10 July - 11 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,651 reviews)
"Nice location, only few mins walk to Kyoto Station. The Room was spacious and very clean. Staff were very helpful. Overall a good hotel. Highly recommended if you want to stay near kyoto station."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$161 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$161
29 June - 30 June
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,058 reviews)
"Excellent place, good location! Very convenient to move by train."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$72 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$72
29 June - 30 June
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple ...
7.6/10 Good! (430 reviews)
"Free breakfast and dinner was great. It was annoying to have to turn in the key every time I left."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$173 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$173
29 June - 30 June
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,158 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
3 out of 5
11 Higashikujo Nishisanno-cho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$92 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$92
27 July - 28 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great service snd location"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
Rihga Gran Kyoto
Rihga Gran Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$148 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$148
1 July - 2 July
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (744 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, quality room and appliances, staff were so professional and friendly, the breakfast needs improvement not enough variety of food choices for American style breakfast. The location was perfect"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Rihga Gran Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward

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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward
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Shimogyo Ward

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shimogyo Ward
Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

Ukyo Ward

5/5(2 area reviews)

Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.

Ukyo Ward
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle 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.

Nakagyo Ward

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