Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm river with a wooden boat carrying three people. Dense green trees line the riverbank.
A red torii gate leading up a stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery.
A forest path with people walking.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden pillars, and a signboard.
A traditional Japanese temple with a wooden structure, stone lanterns, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

Stay near popular Nishikyo Ward attractions

Two monkeys on a rope bridge over a pond with rocks and greenery around.

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.
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Activities

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

AU$172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

AU$48
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear

Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear

AU$140
per adult
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

AU$105
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Pedal Adventure Kyoto's iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour

Pedal Adventure Kyoto's iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour

AU$114
per adult
Pedal Adventure Kyoto's iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

AU$63
per adult
Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour
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Our pick of the best Nishikyo Ward Hotel Deals

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

4 out of 5
1-1 Ofukacho Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$160 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$160
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,705 reviews)
"Incredibly small room. Great photography tricks used on the website to make the room seem large enough but was very cramped. Beds and pillows were very uncomfortable. Breakfast had plenty of variety but the quality was not there. I know Japan’s coffee is different than the west but the I have seen ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

4 out of 5
1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$107 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$107
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2 out of 5
2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$45 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$45
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower are located ...
The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

4.5 out of 5
Dojimahama 1-chome 1-27 Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$215 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$215
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,961 reviews)
"Clean property with excellent staff, exceptional!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$112 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$112
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

3 out of 5
2-8-32 Sonezaki, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka
The price is AU$87 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$87
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,793 reviews)
"Arrived and part automated/part staffed system for baggage storage collection and check in was frustrating. Resolved collecting baggage storage but then sent by staff through whole queuing again as Expedia bookings did not register/exist on check in screen then no staff available to support with ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower
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Our guide on where to stay in Nishikyo Ward

Find the best Nishikyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

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

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide

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