Central Kyoto Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Kyoto Imperial Palace
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kyoto Imperial Palace. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Nijō Castle
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Nijō Castle. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kitano Tenmangū
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kitano Tenmangū. Visit the shops and temples in this family-friendly area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Seimei-Jinja Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Seimei-Jinja Shrine. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Kyoto
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi 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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Kamo Shrine are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
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- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Nijō Castle
- Doshisha University
- Kitano Tenmangū
- Nishijin Textile Center
- Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
- Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
- Kyoto State Guest House
- Kamishichiken Kabukai
- Sento Imperial Palace
- Daihonzan Myoren-ji Temple
- Shusuitei Tea House
- Senbon Shakado
- Raku Art Museum
- Uhoin
- Shokoku-ji Temple
- Rozan-ji Temple
- Goo Shrine
- Hokyo-ji Temple
- Ryuhonji Temple
- Kami-goryo Shrine
- Daishogunhachi Shrine
- Niijimakyutei
- Ichiidani-Nanano Shrine
- Suika Temmangu Shrine
- Nashinoki Shrine
- Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple
- Soushunan
- Orinasu-kan
- Myokenji Temple
- Saionji Temple
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