Sagano Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Full-Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Sagano Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The amenities are amazing, free ramen, free water, coffee and matcha. The onsen is great to have, they have luggage storage and it’s close to Kyoto Station
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
This was by far the best property we stayed at on our trip around Japan. It was beyond what was expected. The staff down to the rooms were 5 stars. I really recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Lot of restaurants, shopping,temples all within walking distances very convenient I will definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Friendly staff that spoke fluent English and were very helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Spa facility is exceptional
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel is a great location in the heart of great shopping, restaurants and subways/buses/trains. 10+ for location.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sagano
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.
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.
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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
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.
