Kurama Travel Guide
Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
You can learn more about the history of Kyoto when you make a stop at a top site such as Kiyomizu Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Find out about the history of Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of the top monuments in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Nishiki Market
During your trip to Kyoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nishiki Market.
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.
Kyoto Tower
Find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Kyoto Tower. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kinkaku-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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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.
Sakyo Ward
Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto Concert Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan 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.
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.
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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
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- Kurama Hot Spring
- Kurama-dera Temple
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nishiki Market
- Kyoto University
- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto Tower
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Heian Shrine
- Shijo Street
- Gion Corner
- Pontocho Alley
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Mount Hiei
- Kifune Shrine
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Kyoto Station Building
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Kuzuha Mall
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Biwako Valley