Nishijin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nishijin
Stay near popular Nishijin attractions
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
Our pick of the best Nishijin Hotel Deals
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
"I would give them absolute 5 stars for cleanliness and luxury provided at this hotel. It’s a little bit away from center of town but they provide a complementary shuttle to the town every 20 minutes."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Our family of 6 totally enjoyed Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs Hotel! We enjoyed experiencing traditional tatami mats and using the shoe lockers. Our rooms were right next to each other for easy access to one another and used the casual outfits provided when going to the onsen. The ..."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"Love the property especially for the price. Only downside was the rooms are not ventilated enough and require you to run a humidifier (which at night sometimes still didn’t help that much)."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"You can’t beat this location! The value for the price is unreal. Staff was exceptionally helpful and rooms were pristine. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"No one gives you body lotion. Fantastic steam iron!!"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Hotel was one station away from Kyoto Station but still very convenient. Spacious room. Great for families. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Nishijin
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 Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Kodai-ji Temple 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.
