Southern Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto
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.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Castle is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Kyoto Railway Museum and Kyoto Aquarium.
Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Station Building.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Breakfast and hot spring are great !
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Lean rooms, cleaning every day, pijamas new every day
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Loved the hotel as it was close to the JR Kyoto station. Very convenient for transportation. Staff was very helpful and professional.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Fantastic room, in room laundry, and location. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
MIMARU Kyoto Station
The staffs were nice and friendly.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
Always an excellent stay at Mimaru Kyoto kawaramachi gojo. My second time visiting and I would choose it again. Helpful staff that speak English and they try to help you with everything including reservations, transportation, lending needed things, etc. Just ask. Great at arranging luggage shipping ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.
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 shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
Higashi Honganji Temple
After visiting Higashi Honganji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants 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.
Activities
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
Tea Ceremony in 150 Years Old Townhouse with Tables and Chairs
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
