Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Shimogyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kawaramachi Street
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.
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.
Kyoto Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Kyoto Aquarium during your holiday to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Optional Lunch
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Kyoto and Nara Day Trip - Golden Pavilion and Todaiji from Osaka
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
hotel was amazing room, food and the hot spring experience was great I would go back asap
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Room was great... bigger than usual and very clean. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
he lobby staff were exceptionally professional, warm, and attentive, creating a refined and welcoming first impression. The hotel enjoys a prime yet peaceful location, just a three-minute walk from the JR station, with multiple bus routes nearby. A 7-Eleven is conveniently located downstairs, with ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Super clean and professional!!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
The room was spacious and the beds were comfortable. Great amenities for guests including the breakfast and complimentary afternoon drinks and treats. Great place to stay
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward
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.
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.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building.
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.
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.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
