Minami Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
To-ji Temple
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.
Rokusonno Shrine
After visiting Rokusonno Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
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.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Hidden Temples in Kyoto a Self-Guided Zen Tour
Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Top-tier 3 star hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Great location and good breakfast. Bathtub drain problem caused water flowed out of the bathroom. Staff came immediately and helped to solve the problem.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
Hotel was great. Staff was top notch. Had a evening welcome drink every night and 24/7 coffee and tea in the lobbies. Hotel had fire pits in the lobby and blankets to use while enjoying the evenig drink as it was in the 40's temperature wise. Public bath was great as well to relax in after a day ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
Excellent location if you travel from or to Kyoto Station. Excellent breakfast. Room bit small but clean. Sound proof not that good can hear from outside or outside can hear you inside the room. Will never give laundry or dry clean for them, came back not even clean or didn't try to clean. Came back ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Sakura Terrace
Friendly staff. Welcome drink each night is definitely worth it. Great amenities and just a few steps away from the station makes it a great choice.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
Front desk staff was helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Shimogyo Ward
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.
Ukyo Ward
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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
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.
