Central Kyoto Travel Guide

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Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond
Nijo Castle which includes a small town or village, château or palace and a river or creek
Central Kyoto
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Nijo Castle featuring a garden and a pond

Popular places to visit

Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(81 reviews)

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.

Nijō Castle
Kyoto Imperial Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

4.5/5(115 reviews)

Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Kitano Tenmangū

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kitano Tenmangū. Visit the temples and shops in this family-friendly area.

Kitano Tenmangū
Seimei-Jinja Shrine

Seimei-Jinja Shrine

You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Seimei-Jinja Shrine. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Seimei-Jinja Shrine
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden

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.

Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Sento Imperial Palace

Sento Imperial Palace

After visiting Sento Imperial Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Sento Imperial Palace

Top hotels in Central Kyoto

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Nakadachiuri, Shinmachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 3.586.384 ₫ per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
3.586.384 ₫
3.945.022 ₫ total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,351 reviews)
"Exceptional staff, very clean, very helpful"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

4 out of 5
50 Daimonji-cho Marutamachi-Sagaru, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
The price is 2.014.021 ₫ per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
2.014.021 ₫
2.215.423 ₫ total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Super clean and beautify transitional Japanese decoration. Staff is nice and friendly. Only problem is that it’s not too close to San Jo and Si Jo which is city centre. But Kyoto is pretty small. One way taxi is about $15 AUD."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

4 out of 5
724 Shimomatsuya,Kamanza-dori Oike-agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Nijō Castle are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
Perfect stay
"The room was amazing! My girls loved the bunk beds and I loved the regular beds. Room size is huge, even by US standards- more like a suite with kitchenette. AC worked beautifully and blackout curtains were helpful for sleeping in a bit. Shower room is wonderful. Laundry facilities perfect! And little ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

3.5 out of 5
521-2, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 1.378.538 ₫ per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
1.378.538 ₫
1.516.392 ₫ total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, dry cleaning or laundry services and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
"The room is spacious enough for a family of four. Although the walk to the train station is quite long, there is easy access to bus stops. However, the automatic light at the front door was quite annoying at night, as it was overly sensitive to any movement."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

4 out of 5
863-52 Jurakucho Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.451.594 ₫ per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
1.451.594 ₫
1.596.753 ₫ total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
"Close to bus stop, train station, stores and restaurants. Clean, friendly staff. Recommend to everyone."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 1.531.709 ₫ per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
1.531.709 ₫
1.684.933 ₫ total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,704 reviews)
"The hotel was impeccably clean, staff was very attentive, and excellent array of food items for the breakfast buffet. Very convenient and close to the train station and restaurants."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Kyoto

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Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Kyoto which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Nishijin

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Nishijin
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
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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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
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Kita Ward

The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Daitokuji Temple 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.

Kita Ward

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