Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
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Popular places to visit
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.
Yasaka Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Yasaka Shrine. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Gion Corner
Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Gion Shirakawa Area
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
After visiting Sanjusangen-do Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kodai-ji Temple
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kodai-ji Temple. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Easy walking distance to key temples & shops.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
The property was lovely and the staff could not have been more helpful. We enjoyed being in the Gion district, ventral and close to restaurants and transportation. We really liked that there was a free shuttle bus to the Kyoto Train Station. A couple of small things: we wish there was better lighting ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Good location with very convenient shuttle service as well a buses and station close by. Walking distance from Gion and Nanzen-ji Temple. Very spacious room with excellent facilities within. Gym very small and basic set of weights and 3 cardio machines. Convenience store across the road. Excellent ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
This is a great boutique hotel close to a main shopping and restaurant area in Kyoto. Also just steps to the subway line. If you get a room on the Main Street it can be a bit noisy at night.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
The staff were responsive, welcoming, and very helpful. We felt taken care of the minute we set foot inside. Hotel amazingly clean and updated. The onsen was peaceful. The restaurant was incredible with views i will remember of kyoto. The location made travel easy, esp with the shuttle. We cannot ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, 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 ShinPuhKan Shopping Center or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
