Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Kyoto
Popular places to visit
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Kyoto International Manga Museum
This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.
Kiyamachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.
Ryoma Shopping Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto.
Teramachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Rokakkudo Temple
You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Rokakkudo Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki
Our pick of the best Downtown Kyoto Hotel Deals
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
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Hotel Okura Kyoto
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kyoto
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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.
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.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
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.
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.