Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower which includes central business district, modern architecture and a city
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower featuring a city, modern architecture and city views
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council

Popular places to visit

Kyoto Tower

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.

Kyoto Tower
Kyoto Station Building

Kyoto Station Building

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Station Building
Kyoto Railway Museum

Kyoto Railway Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Railway Museum
Higashi Honganji Temple

Higashi Honganji Temple

After visiting Higashi Honganji 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.

Higashi Honganji Temple
Umekoji Park

Umekoji Park

Umekoji Park 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 shops in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park
Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

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.

Kiyomizu Temple

Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,536 reviews)
"Located only a couple of blocks from the main train station, this hotel was a great pick. Incredibly clean as you must take your shoes off at the entrance and roll your luggage through water before entering the lobby, and your room. The variety of hot springs baths you can choose from and the extras, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Gojo-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 2.797.998 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
2.797.998 ₫
3.477.912 ₫ total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,030 reviews)
"This hotel was excellent mostly because of the great staff. Everyone was so helpful for a non Japanese speaking group. The restaurant was delicious but I didn’t try the Japanese one due to time. I would recommend it to anyone!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 5.611.718 ₫ per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
5.611.718 ₫
7.098.824 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,737 reviews)
"Great location inside Kyoto Station makes this fantastic for tourists. Friendly staff. Complimentary English language newspaper delivered to your room each morning. What’s not to like"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,300 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! Beds were very comfortable, breakfast at the restaurant was wonderful and the onsen was amazing to end each day. Staff were very nice as well. Thank you for the lovely stay!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 2.412.940 ₫ per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
2.412.940 ₫
2.654.234 ₫ total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,880 reviews)
"Lots of great little restaurants close by, including K-ing coffee where we had great coffee and snacks. Nice quiet hotel and conveniently located. Helpful staff. We loved it."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi

APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi

3 out of 5
Higashishiokojicho, 552-1, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is 2.416.783 ₫ per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
2.416.783 ₫
2.924.307 ₫ total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to Kyoto Station. Rooms are on the small side but typical of Japanese hotels."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward

Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

Ukyo Ward

Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.

Ukyo Ward
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 Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
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 Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.

Minami Ward
Arashiyama Monkey Park showing animals and zoo animals

Nishikyo Ward

Well liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Bamboo Forest Muko City, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.

Nishikyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide

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