Minami Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 temples and shops 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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Activities
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
We really enjoyed our stay here!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Great location and hotel
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Room is well equipped. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Location is good.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
Clean room, bathroom toilet are separated and spacious.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
Everything about this stay was incredible. The breakfast was tasty (not included in room rate but reasonable in price), room was a good amount of space, the staff were pleasant and helpful. Sake violet welcome drink was yummy.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
This was a wonderful place to stay! Super close to Kyoto station, clean, and the breakfast was delicious! Maybe the only can was the room was small but I knew that was to be expected in Japan. I would stay here again
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple 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 Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. 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 Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, 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.
Minami Ward Travel Guide
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- Aeon Mall Kyoto
- Araki Shrine
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- Visit Kameoka
- Katsura Imperial Villa
- Kawaramachi Street
- Visit Kizugawa
- Visit Kyotanabe
- Visit Arashiyama
- Visit Gion
- Visit Kita Ward
- Visit Nakagyo Ward
- Visit Sakyo Ward
- Visit Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
- Visit Shimokawaracho
- Visit Kyoto
- Visit Muko
- Visit Sasari
- Visit Nantan
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium
- Visit Northern Kyoto
- To-Ji Temple
- Visit Uji
