Yamashina Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(221 reviews)

This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.

Kiyomizu Temple
Nishiki Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(125 reviews)

Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.

Nishiki Market
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(391 reviews)

This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(164 reviews)

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 Tower
Nijo Castle showing a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(198 reviews)

This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.

Nijō Castle
Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple

4.5/5(9 reviews)

This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

NZ$115
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

NZ$84
per adult
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

NZ$814
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Osaka/Kyoto:Arashiyama,NaraPark,FushimiInari Shrin

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

NZ$102
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets

NZ$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets
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Our pick of the best Yamashina Ward Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,363 reviews)
"The breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$232 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$232
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,630 reviews)
"Fantastic location"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$175 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$175
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,121 reviews)
"Amazing hotel next to Tokyo station. Friendly staff and great breakfast selection. Will return."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,199 reviews)
Fantastic!
"We loved the hotel for rendezvousing with our family"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$125 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$125
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,794 reviews)
"Property is nice and close to many attractions. There is also transportation (JR line) close by. Lots of food options and small shops. Close to Starbucks. Aquarium and railway museum just around the corner. 7-11 is just right beside hotel. Currency exchange machine at 7-11 as well."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

3 out of 5
Oike-agaru, Higashinotoin St. Nakagyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"It was really close to the trains 2 options for breakfast"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Hearton Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Yamashina Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka featuring a small town or village and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu 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.

Higashiyama Ward
Eikando Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
Kenninji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

Komatsucho

5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Gion featuring night scenes, cycling and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Fushimi Inari Shrine showing heritage architecture, a temple or place of worship and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward

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