Downtown Kyoto

Kyoto

Kyōto showing mountains and a river or creek
Kyōto which includes religious elements as well as an individual female
Kyōto featuring interior views and dining out
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Kyōto featuring signage and a house

Popular places to visit

Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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.

Nishiki Market
Kyoto International Manga Museum which includes a city

Kyoto International Manga Museum

This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.

Kyoto International Manga Museum
Kiyamachi Street

Kiyamachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.

Kiyamachi Street

Teramachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Teramachi Street

Rokakkudo Temple

You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Rokakkudo Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Rokakkudo Temple

Kyoto Tourist Information Center

Kyoto Tourist Information Center is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Tourist Information Center

Things to do

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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

S$642
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
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Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

S$46
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
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Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO

S$37
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94% of travellers recommend
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From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

S$642
per traveller
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

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Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3 out of 5
80 Mikuracho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$96 per night from 6 May to 7 May
S$96
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street ...
9/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
Highly recommend
"Room appeared exactly like pictures. Appreciated large tv console and table with chairs for unpacking. Comfortable twin beds and hotel pajamas. Delicious breakfast buffet. Close walking distance to subway station, restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping."

Reviewed on 26 Apr, 2025

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$118 per night from 6 May to 7 May
S$118
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Close to the Kyoto metro line which is handy!"

Reviewed on 26 Apr, 2025

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$141 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
S$141
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,174 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice! My only complaint is that the bed was a bit hard"

Reviewed on 26 Apr, 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$327 per night from 6 May to 7 May
S$327
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,435 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located, and our room is cleaned. We have breakfast included but were disappointed with it. Almost all the foods were the same everyday. For instance, they served overcooked sunny side up eggs, and mentaiko tamago everyday. I love to eat Japanese style breakfast, but the ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr, 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
4 out of 5
301-1, Narayacho, Nakagyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (614 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 23 Apr, 2025

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Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3 out of 5
249, Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$139 per night from 6 May to 7 May
S$139
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (656 reviews)
"It was lovely. Very modern and quaint accommodations. Lovely baths. Great attention to detail."

Reviewed on 24 Apr, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kyoto

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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Nakagyo Ward
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(46 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Komatsucho

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine 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.

Kamigyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto