Minami Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Toji Temple showing a pond and a garden
Toji Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a pond
Toji Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple featuring religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$146 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$146
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews)
"Hotel staff was friendly, kind and attentive. The hotel is super clean and the breakfast is delicious!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$90 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$90
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,763 reviews)
"Very clean and convenient"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$148 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$148
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,193 reviews)
"So close to the station! Made it so easy to get to our trains. There is also plenty of dining options available on the property as well as in the surrounding area."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$79 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$79
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower are ...
7.6/10 Good! (483 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Provided breakfast was really good."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji

Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji

3 out of 5
54-1 Nishi-kujo, Shima-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$86 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$86
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (561 reviews)
"Compared to an APA hotel, this place is amazing. Staff are always there to greet you and help you."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji
Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$120 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$120
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
"Excellent service, 5 min walk from Kyoto station and 40 min walk to the Senbon Torri. Zero complaints, the facility was very accommodating and friendly."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Rihga Gran Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward

Fushimi Inari Shrine showing heritage architecture, a temple or place of worship and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward
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Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shimogyo Ward
Arashiyama Monkey Park which includes zoo animals and animals

Nishikyo Ward

Well liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Saihoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.

Nishikyo Ward
Ninnaji Temple which includes a park

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.

Ukyo Ward
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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.

Karasuma
Kyoto showing mountains and a river or creek

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.

Nakagyo Ward


Minami Ward Travel Guide

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