Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm river with a wooden boat carrying three people. Dense green trees line the riverbank.
A red torii gate leading up a stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery.
A forest path with people walking.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden pillars, and a signboard.
A traditional Japanese temple with a wooden structure, stone lanterns, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

Stay near popular Nishikyo Ward attractions

A group of people observing monkeys through a grid window.

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
Visiting the Arashiyama Monkey Park is a unique opportunity to see wild Japanese macaques swinging through the trees.
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Activities

Kyoto Bike Tour - Monkey Tour

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

NZ$178
per adult
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour

Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour

NZ$87
per adult
Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

NZ$61
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto: Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony

Kyoto: Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony

NZ$32
per adult
Kyoto: Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

NZ$211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto: Arashiyama Chopstick Making Workshop

Kyoto: Arashiyama Chopstick Making Workshop

NZ$11
per adult
Kyoto: Arashiyama Chopstick Making Workshop
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Our pick of the best Nishikyo Ward Hotel Deals

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$245 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$245
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,722 reviews)
"Staff were very professional and helpful,"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

4.5 out of 5
Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$346 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$346
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,293 reviews)
"Great location very clean and staff was very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$206 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$206
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,087 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious ."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi

3 out of 5
4-5-18 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$67 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$67
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ...
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$283 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$283
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi

Miyako City Osaka Hommachi

4 out of 5
1-8-7 Kitakyuhoujimachi Chuo-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is NZ$218 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$218
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Miyako City Osaka Hommachi
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Our guide on where to stay in Nishikyo Ward

Find the best Nishikyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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 Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, 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.

Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide

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