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.
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.
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.
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
Kyoto and Nara Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todaiji from Osaka
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Room much larger than most in Japan and service excellent
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
This was such a pleasant surprise. So close to the train station and it felt like being at a resort. We are invited to enjoy the public areas with our special Japanese wear that is given to the guests in our rooms. The staff is amazing, the housekeeping workers are like machines, fully focused, and ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Very nice looking place but your front door is a bit confusing ;) It certainly looks very cool
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
Hands down the best hotel of my trip. Welcome drink, onsen, good coffee, massage chairs, a balcony! free laundry! Would 100% recommend I hope the TVs get updated to smart. 10/10
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Sakura Terrace
Staff and room were great! I loved having the in-house onsen
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
Wonderful stay with exceptionally thoughtful staff. Although the vegetarian breakfast options were limited on my first day, the team noticed and went above and beyond, each day the breakfast improved with more choices, and they even added a sign inviting vegan guests to inform the staff. Such a considerate ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
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 Tower and Nishiki Market.
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 Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. 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
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.
