Shimogyo Ward

Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower featuring city views, modern architecture and a city
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower featuring modern architecture, central business district and a city
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council

Popular places to visit

Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(117 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
Kyoto Station Building

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.

Kyoto Station Building
Umekoji Park

Umekoji Park

Explore the great outdoors at Umekoji Park, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park
Higashi Honganji Temple

Higashi Honganji Temple

4.5/5(12 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
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

Kawaramachi Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kawaramachi Street

Things to do

Tokaido Shinkansen [Photo for illustrative purposes only]

Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka

HK$726
per adult
Non-Reserved Shinkansen Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto or Osaka
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

HK$218
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

HK$207
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

HK$3,812
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

HK$384
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack
Nara Early Bird Tour

Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)

HK$545
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$750 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
HK$750
HK$825 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (2,540 reviews)
"Very clean. Most staff could speak English and were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is HK$641 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
HK$641
HK$705 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
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! (1,468 reviews)
Great
"Friendly, helpful"

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$488 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
HK$488
HK$537 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
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! (1,433 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. The room is big. Lots of restaurants around the area. The hotel gave us 1000 yen voucher (for each guest) to use towards the restaurant inside the hotel. We also got vouchers for free drink. Will definitely come back to this hotel again."

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$430 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
HK$430
HK$539 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,057 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms and water pressure is amazing and has a shuttle bus from the Kyoto station to drop off if needed"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is HK$503 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
HK$503
HK$636 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (434 reviews)
"The spa little bit small but good location and cleen"

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2024

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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 HK$960 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
HK$960
HK$1,267 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,342 reviews)
"The room facing Kyoto Tower is breathtaking"

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2024

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward

Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

Ukyo Ward

Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.

Ukyo Ward
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle 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.

Nakagyo Ward
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(5 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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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(5 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

Shimogyo Ward