Arashiyama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.

Arashiyama Onsen
You can take time to visit Arashiyama Onsen during your travels to Kyoto. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.

Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.

Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Tenryu-ji Temple
After visiting Tenryu-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari

Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options

Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Historical Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Arashiyama Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
This was the best hotel I stayed in my entire three week trip to Japan. The onsen is wonderful, the late night ramen is delicious, the room is spacious and the vibe is immaculate. LOVED IT
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Clean with lovely amenities. Beautiful temples within walking distance. Will be booking for my next stay in Kyoto
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Per Japanese culture, the staff wasn't that helpfull.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
All the stores and restaurants
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
The spa was relaxing and a novel experience. Make sure you read up on Japanese bath customs before you decide to visit it! The staff was courteous and helpful. The Blossom restaurant is worth visiting. The breakfast buffet is delicious, but the dinner is even better. My husband could not stop raving ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arashiyama

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.

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

Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

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 Nishijin Textile Center.

Nakagyo Ward
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.

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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Arashiyama Travel Guide
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