Visit Ukyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove during your travels in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Shijo Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Ryoan-ji Temple
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Ryoan-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Ninna-ji Temple
After visiting Ninna-ji 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.
Top hotels in Ukyo Ward
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
We love everything with Onyado Nono. A great experience of awesome Japanese tradition. Love doing the Onsen. And plus all the staff are so nice, accommodating and very friendly. Onyado Hotel is a great hotel welcoming, calming and relaxing. Recommendable
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Very nice
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
The rooms are spacious, very clean, quiet, and the perfect place to relax after a long day exploring Kyoto. The hotel also has several restaurants in the building, making it very convenient for a quick meal. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Everything is perfect, especially the staff.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
Great services and great room!!! So happy with my stance there!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Helpful
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ukyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Nishiki Market 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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kitano Tenmangū are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
