Southern Kyoto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and food
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship
Southern Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Where to stay in Southern Kyoto

Toji Temple showing a pond and a garden

Minami Ward

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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 To-ji Temple.

Minami Ward
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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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Station Building.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Station Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
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Kami-toba

While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jonangu Shrine and To-ji Temple.

Kami-toba
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Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho

While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower.

Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$161 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$161
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,099 reviews)
"Very wonderful experience during a short stay in Kyoto. I will book again soon."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

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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! (3,328 reviews)
"Safe and tranquility area"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

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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 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$232
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (1,601 reviews)
"Amazing location for a few days. Very comfortable and located in the station which has convenience. Shopping around, food everywhere, just very busy when you leave the hotel if you want something different. The hotel however was very nice."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

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MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

4 out of 5
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru, Yaoyacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa

MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa

4 out of 5
137 Shinhiyoshicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and Netflix. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and modern"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

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Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa

Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa

4 out of 5
485, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
"We enjoyed our visit to Kyoto and the accommodations provided by the Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa. The hotel is located on a quiet street but not far from local attractions. It is somewhat centrally situated between the main train station and the Gion district, which worked out well for us as we used ..."

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Popular places to visit

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
Sanjusangendo Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Sanjusangen-do Temple

4.5/5(27 reviews)

This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Kyoto Station Building

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.

Kyoto Station Building
Kyoto Railway Museum

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 Railway Museum
Higashi Honganji Temple

Higashi Honganji Temple

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Higashi Honganji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Higashi Honganji Temple

Activities

Kyoto: Kimono Experience in Gion

Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience

NZ$6
per adult
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

NZ$135
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

NZ$58
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour

Kyoto: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour

NZ$57
per adult
Kyoto: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour
Fushimi Inari shrine

Kyoto Afternoon Tour (Round Trip from Kyoto)

NZ$124
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Afternoon Tour (Round Trip from Kyoto)
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Heian Shrine showing heritage architecture, religious elements and a temple or place of worship

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