Ukyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ukyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Shijo Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Ryoan-ji Temple
Features such as one of the most famous rock gardens in the country and a placid pond with charming islands distinguish this temple from others in the city.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ninna-ji Temple
With picturesque blossom gardens and a golden hall considered a national treasure, this temple is a historic monument devoted to bliss and tranquility.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
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Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto – Temples, Shrines & Bamboo Forest
Our pick of the best Ukyo Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
One of my favorite hotels I stayed in! Hot springs were incredible, room and shared spaces were very clean. It’s a bit away from all the crowds but still close enough to the station and bus stops making it easy for transportation to farther places when you don’t feel like walking or weather isn’t ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Excellent location for getting to key places. The breakfast was lovely and the roof top bar was wonderful.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Great hotel with amazing staff and location
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Room was very clean and the breakfast was tasty. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Very clean and peaceful place to stay. Loved it!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Love the hotel!! Great service and excellent location!!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ukyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Sanjo Street and Nijo Jinya 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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kyoto Art Center and Nishiki Market, 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 Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
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.
