Ohara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sanzen-in Temple
After visiting Sanzen-in Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
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.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes
Kyoto Gion & Higashiyama Historical Walking Tour
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Our pick of the best Ohara Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The pros; Great location.The onsen on property was great. The breakfast selection was great, loved the ice cream treats too. Rooms are small, very basic. The cons: Too many people. Line for coffee, line for breakfast ( Yes even at 6:45 am) and line to get on the elevator. Rooms are small, very basic. ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Clean, quiet, very friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
We appreciate that The Blossom is close to the local subway station (though with luggage, you’ll need to use exit #6 with a lift, then cross two streets) to arrive and depart if taking public transit. Our room was pleasant and well-appointed with everything a traveler would need. The onsen (hot bathing ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Very convenient location to take buses, subways and trains.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Good location. 1 stop to Kyoto station with many bus options as well.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Clean room
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ohara
Sakyo Ward
Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Yoshida Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo River and Funaoka Thermal Bath are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
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 Nishijin Textile Center.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.