Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Nishikyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
See the exotic and native animals who call Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama home during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Katsura Imperial Villa
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Katsura Imperial Villa. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Bamboo Forest Muko City
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Muko City during your travels in Kyoto. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Fushimi Inari Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Nishikyo Ward
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Fab hotel in good location for transport and sight seeing. Only minor issue - bar only open for a few hours and closes at 10:00/10:30
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Incredible Japanese style hotel with western rooms.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The room was spotless and the staff were super friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Clean room and bar was nice
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Clean room staff very helpful and their breakfast was Good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nishikyo Ward
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
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.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
Nakagyo Ward
Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street 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.
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.
