Ukyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ukyo Ward
Stay near popular Ukyo Ward 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 Ukyo Ward Hotel Deals
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"The hotel is a couple of block from the Kyoto station. We were happy with our stay at this hotel and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Kyoto."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"非常出色的酒店，下次去京都会推荐这里"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Great hotel opposite Kyoto Station so very handy. Room was spacious which is unusual in Japan. Had a laundry room which was only ¥600 to use although we had to hang up clothes in room as it didn't dry them completely. Loads of good restaurants nearby in station (who would have thought) as well as ..."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"Super nice hotel"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Fantastic staffs"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"I loved the the Japanese unit bath and the proximity to Tokyo station."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Ukyo Ward
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 Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, 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.
