Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A tall tower with a red and white structure and a circular observation deck.
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Stay near popular Shimogyo Ward attractions

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Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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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 Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$318 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$318
9 Nov - 10 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,190 reviews)
"Loved this hotel!!!"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$223 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$223
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,107 reviews)
"The rooms do not look like the pictures. Management was not helpful when telling him I was unhappy with the room. It seemed to be a me problem not there’s. other staff were kind and friendly when greeted. Rooms are very outdated. Far better hotels around the area"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$327 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$327
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,886 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Great location to the train station"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

3.5 out of 5
1-9, Kamadono-cho, Higashi Shiokoji Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$151 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$151
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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 property condition ...
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

3 out of 5
1 Aburanokoji-cho, Shiokoji-nishi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$117 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$117
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,167 reviews)
"Breakfast was really good. Many options and really good"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 out of 5
Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$230 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$230
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,689 reviews)
"Check in was smooth;staff were very polite and courteous; it was conveniently located. The only minor criticism was buffet breakfast was pretty average. There was only one coffee machine. A lot of people like to drink coffee such as latte, cappuccino, and espresso (not American drip coffee) the first ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Our guide on where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

Find the best Shimogyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 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.

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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.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Sannenzaka Museum 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.

Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

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