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. Tofuku-ji Temple 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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.

Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building, 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.

Hiyoshicho
Hiyoshicho might not have many top sights, but Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto National Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
I loved my stay here! The rooms were clean and comfortable, the onsen was great, and a convenient location. I would stay here again for sure
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
excellent food, great helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Japan is soo convenient. They had PJ’s for you to wear only if you’re sized US XL and down which is okay. They had necessities for you to use if you did not pack any example tooth brush, shaver, etc. we got to experience the breakfast there, it was very authentic. Also the room was a perfect size ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Room was nice and staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
Excellent location & amazing staff.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

MIMARU Kyoto Station
Room was exceptionally clean. The staff was the best. They were so polite and helpful. Love the set up of the kitchen area and having a laundry area onsite was a major plus.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
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 temples 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.

Kyoto Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Kyoto Aquarium during your holiday to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

To-ji Temple
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
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