Downtown Kyoto

Kyoto

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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
Ryoma Shopping Street

Ryoma Shopping Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Ryoma Shopping Street during your visit to Kyoto.

Ryoma Shopping 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

Mikane Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Mikane Shrine. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Mikane Shrine

Things to do

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

S$627
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

S$4
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip

S$88
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

S$45
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

S$627
per traveller
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
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$627
per traveller
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great location with shops and dining options right below the hotel. Rooms were a good size and very clean with a convenient mini sofa and table to allow for a quick snack/meal grabbed from the 7-11 downstairs. A bit of a walk to the nearest metro ~8-10mins."

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
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The price is S$123 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
S$123
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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! (1,581 reviews)
"Great location and excellent service."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Cross Hotel 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$57 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
S$57
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
"Really great hotel close to everything. I definitely would stay there again!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
165-1 Moriyama-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$68 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$68
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-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! (879 reviews)
"The staff was a bit rude"

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
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$92 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
S$92
25 Jul - 26 Jul
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! (1,225 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is perfect. Everything was just as expected"

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

3 out of 5
249, Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$71 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$71
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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! (749 reviews)
"Great hotel and dining options in the surrounding area. Centrally located, property conditions, staffs, and service are all excellent."

Reviewed on 20 Jul, 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
Kyōto showing mountains and a river or creek

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 featuring street scenes, night scenes and cycling

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 which includes interior views, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Komatsucho

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

Komatsucho
Nijo Castle showing a park 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
Kyōto featuring a temple or place of worship, a park and snow

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