Kamigyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kamigyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Doshisha University
Explore the campus of Doshisha University as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Shokoku-ji Temple
A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.
Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
Walk around the campus at Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Historical Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Kamigyo Ward Hotel Deals
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
The breakfast closes too early. Many guests would have arrived the previous night, and have jet lag. During our stay, the Jurin restaurant still had customers wanting to enter, but they were turned away, saying that the restaurant was closed.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The pros; Great location.The onsen on property was great. The breakfast selection was great, loved the ice cream treats too. Rooms are small, very basic. The cons: Too many people. Line for coffee, line for breakfast ( Yes even at 6:45 am) and line to get on the elevator. Rooms are small, very basic. ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Clean, quiet, very friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Todo perfecto, amplio , cómodo , limpio
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Very convenient location to take buses, subways and trains.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Good location. 1 stop to Kyoto station with many bus options as well.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kamigyo Ward
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.
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 Nishijin Textile Center.
Nakagyo Ward
Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street 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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like ShinPuhKan Shopping Center or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kyoto Art Center and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo River and Funaoka Thermal Bath are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.