Fushimi Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fushimi Ward
Popular places to visit
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
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.
Daigo-ji Temple
Daigo-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sekihoji Temple
After visiting Sekihoji 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.
Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Pilgrimage Circuit
You can take time to visit Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Pilgrimage Circuit during your travels to Kyoto. Visit the temples and monuments in this vibrant area.
Araki Shrine
After visiting Araki Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
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 Fushimi Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
"Despite is located in the heart of Osaka. Great location to reach all train stations. Clean and located in the heart of a shopping district. Amazing views and very clean."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
"Hotel is clean room are spacious staff are very friendly and helpful the location is near by and convenient highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
"Great location to all train stations and airport bus. Many restaurants and shops within walking distance. Room was more spacious than Tokyo hotel. Would stay again if returning to visit Osaka."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower
"The property had much to offer if you could find them. The hotel charges a fee to guests to use their gym??? Breakfast was a huge waste of money. The machine check in was tedious and a waste of time. The room was extremely small."
Reviewed on 6 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
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
"Clean comfortable room, but small. It would be ok if only 1 suitcase but always looked cluttered with all our luggage. Had lounge access, but it's not open long enough so we weren't able to use it if we were out on an evening. Breakfast in the club lounge was good with plenty of choices but they ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Fushimi Ward
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.
