Minami Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
To-ji Temple
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
Rokusonno Shrine
After visiting Rokusonno Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kiyomizu Temple
Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.
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.
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.
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 Minami Ward Hotel Deals
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"3min walk from main Kyoto station. 5min walk from limousine bus stops. 7-11 directly connected to hotel. Breakfast spread was good. Free flow amenities. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
"Awesome price but very very strict, checking in a few mins before the official time, no, a bit over checkout they charge you. But tha said, price is so good that that makes sense."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"it was a busy hotel, with big check in groups. didn't feel anything special when checking in. If this is a 4-star hotel, it certainly was not one. We had a room on 2nd floor, that looked to the weed area on lower roof area. We were supposed to stay 3 nights but ended up leaving after 2 nights, there ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
"The hotel is at an excellent location, steps away from Kyoto Station, shopping and food options. Room was nice, clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"Excellent location walking distance to train station and nice neighborhood"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
"Great breakfast nice massage chairs I like the washer and dryer set up we need Smart TVs in the rooms so we could stream Netflix and YouTube in English that's the only thing you could do better. you had the best breakfast at a four hotels that I stayed at while I was in Japan."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Castle is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi 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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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.
Fudocho
When in Fudocho, you can plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Kyo Machiya, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Minami Ward Travel Guide
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