Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nishikyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.
Katsura Imperial Villa
Modelled on a setting in a novel, this site has one of Kyōto’s greatest traditional gardens and architectural treasures.
Bamboo Forest Muko City
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Muko City during your travels in Kyoto. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Arashiyama
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Arashiyama during your travels in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Suzumushi-dera Temple
Suzumushi-dera Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Saihoji Temple
Saihoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
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
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara, Fushimi Inari Tour & Lunch Option
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
Our pick of the best Nishikyo Ward Hotel Deals
BRACKETS HOTEL Osaka Hommachi
Great staff, clean room, great view!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Staff was excellent!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Great location, great rooms, nice Onsen, good staff - the only thing they get wrong is the cafe (coffee) isn't open at 7/8am - it only opens at 9am but closes at 8pm (when no one is having coffee & it's empty).
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
My second time staying in this hotel, my favourite hotel in Osaka
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Love this property and always love staying here with the hot springs
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Great hotel chain, very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nishikyo Ward
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.
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.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
