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.
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.
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.
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: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Legends, Bamboo Forest Night
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Arashiyama Hotel Deals
Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort
"The hotel staff were amazing. They were super helpful and kind. The onsen facilities were very clean and well kept. The onsen was what we needed after long walks. It was very relaxing. They also offered massage services. They had free Ramen in the late evening which was greatly appreciated and free ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Very nice hotel, the staffs are helpful and polite, the room is clean and well maintained, the breakfast is a must have! Walking to the hotel from the nearest station is easy too. Recommend"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
"いつもありがとうございます！ また宜しくお願い致します。"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"The hotel was great, room clean, staff very kind and polite, always trying to help us. The breakfast was delicious with an excellent variety of hot and cold food. The spa was a bonus after a day of seeing the sites in the city to help us relax. The terrace offers a great view of the city and the ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"The room was spacious and we loved that the toilet was separate from the shower and bathroom sink. We received discount cards from booking on Expedia (that was a pleasant surprise). Breakfast was very good with a nice variety. Highly recommend this hotel. Best one we stayed at during our trip. Wish ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Very convenient, right in front of the Kyoto train station"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Arashiyama
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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
Arashiyama Travel Guide
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- Aeon Mall Kyoto
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- Jikishian Temple
- Visit Kameoka
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- Katsura Imperial Villa
- Kinkaku-Ji Temple
- Visit Kizugawa
- Kogenji Temple
- Visit Kyotanabe
- Visit Gion
- Visit Kita Ward
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- Visit Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
- Visit Shimokawaracho
- Visit Kyoto
- Mount Atago
- Visit Muko
- Visit Sasari
- Visit Nantan
- Nijō Castle
- Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium
- Visit Northern Kyoto
- Ryuhonji Temple
- Shigureden
- Visit Uji
