Southern Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto
Minami Ward
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.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building.
Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Nishiki Market and Kyoto Station Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kami-toba
While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Anrakujuin and Kyoto Railway Museum.
Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
very good
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great location for what we had planned, hotel is stunning, great food and bakery and the staff for the roof top lounge were fantastic. Would stay here again gladly
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Onsen
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Loved this hotel and the staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
Rooms were very well appointed for a family and comfortable for our 3 night stay. Staff were extremely polite and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
Friendly staff. Well laid out room with washing machine, kitchenette facilities, and a comfy bed. Tasty but somewhat limited breakfast (scrambled eggs, sausages, pancakes, 2 cereals, and coffee etc). Perfect for us but don't expect a massive buffet.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Fushimi Inari Shrine 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.
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 Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
Kyoto Racecourse
You can take time to visit Kyoto Racecourse during your travels to Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kyoto Tower
- Kyoto Station Building
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Umekoji Park
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Kyoto Railway Museum
- Higashi Honganji Temple
- Kyoto Aquarium
- Kyoto National Museum
- Daigo-ji Temple
- Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium
- Kyoto TERRSA
- Bamboo Forest Muko City
- Shoseien Garden
- Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth
- Toyokuni Shrine
- Jonangu Shrine
- Sumiya Pleasure House
- Komyo-in Temple
- Otani Honbyo Temple
