Yamashina Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Yamashina Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto Gion Historical Walking Tour
Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes
Our pick of the best Yamashina Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel and found their operation remarkably organized and functional. The bathing was terrific as was the ice cream, too.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Lovely room, very thoughtfully laid out. Lovely shower and toilet. Bed very comfortable. Hotel was very elegant and the bakery was amazing. We got 5000 yen hotel vouchers to spend and got some great things from the bakery. Lots of other amenities such as laundry room and gym which looked very modern ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Excellent stay! Will definitely stay here in the future.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
sequence KYOTO GOJO
The room was clean and the staff were kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
The hotel was great, location perfect, the staff was excellent, the bed was too firm though.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located in Kyoto. The hotel was spotless, and all the amenities we expected and more.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yamashina Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
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.
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.
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.
