Nakagyo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with a bridge, buildings, and mountains in the background.
A traditional Japanese building with tiled roofs and wooden structures.
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Traditional Japanese buildings with tiled roofs and wooden structures, surrounded by well-maintained grass and trees.
A serene garden with a stone bridge over a calm pond, surrounded by lush greenery and blooming cherry blossoms.
A serene Japanese garden with a pond, cherry blossoms, and traditional landscaping.

Stay near popular Nakagyo Ward attractions

A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 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.
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Activities

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

NZ$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

NZ$126
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

NZ$58
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

NZ$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

NZ$201
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class

Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option

NZ$11
per adult
Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option
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Our pick of the best Nakagyo Ward Hotel Deals

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

4 out of 5
301-1, Narayacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$202 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$202
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$214 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$214
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,099 reviews)
"It was clean bed and pillows were not the greatest it was right in the shopping area food drinks shopping near train station and bus stations. Room was ok for size"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 out of 5
Nakagyo-ku Kiyamachi-dori Sanjyo Agaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$417 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$417
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

4.5 out of 5
45-1, Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$520 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$520
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street ...
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$237 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$237
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,572 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful and very well located. lots of restaurants and shops around. I will definitely be back if we come back to Kyoto again. Super recommended!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

5 out of 5
416 Shimomaruyacho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
The price is NZ$610 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$610
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (587 reviews)
"Additional charges were applied at check-out that were not disclosed during the Expedia booking process."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hilton Kyoto
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Our guide on where to stay in Nakagyo Ward

Find the best Nakagyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

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.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

Karasuma

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

Nakagyo Ward Travel Guide

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