Shimogyo Ward

Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower featuring a city, central business district and a skyscraper
Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto Tower which includes a city, city views and modern architecture
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council

Popular places to visit

Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(117 reviews)

In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.

Kyoto Tower
Kyoto Station Building

Kyoto Station Building

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Station Building
Higashi Honganji Temple

Higashi Honganji Temple

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Higashi Honganji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Higashi Honganji Temple
Kyoto Railway Museum

Kyoto Railway Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Railway Museum
Umekoji Park

Umekoji Park

Explore the great outdoors at Umekoji Park, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.

Umekoji Park

Kawaramachi Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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.

Kawaramachi Street

Things to do

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1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka

S$208
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

S$48
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

S$671
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack

S$58
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion District Guided Walking Tour at Night with Snack
Nara Early Bird Tour

Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)

S$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

S$35
per adult
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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Top hotels in Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$146 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
S$146
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,663 reviews)
"Less than 10 mins walk to Kyoto Station. Very convenient location for tourists. Very nice guest room and public bath. Only thing I can complaint is the AC of the guest room floor aisle was bit too hot during winter."

Reviewed on 30 Jan,2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$152 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
S$152
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,622 reviews)
"Everything was so pretty in this hotel! My wife and I loved it! The only negative points that I have is that the elevators smells to cigarrete for some reason and there's no clock on the public bath so you can't check the hour in the meantime you are in :)"

Reviewed on 31 Jan,2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$106 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
S$106
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,092 reviews)
"Worth of the value stay."

Reviewed on 29 Jan,2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 out of 5
9-3 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$72 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
S$72
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (500 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel room. Great staff and service. Although only one stop from Kyoto, it is the wrong side of all the main interest areas. But highly recommended."

Reviewed on 24 Jan,2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Gojo-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$120 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$120
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is nice and spacious. However, no convenient stores or shops nearby except when you take the hotel shuttle mini bus to Kyoto Station which runs 2 times per hour. During certain hours, there might not be space on the shuttle bus to and from Kyoto Station. Be prepare to take taxis."

Reviewed on 1 Feb,2025

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$238 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
S$238
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,395 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. Great position, great room and amazing friendly service everywhere. We would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 2 Feb,2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimogyo Ward

Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

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.

Ukyo Ward
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
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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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

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
Toji Temple featuring a pond and a park

Minami Ward

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like To-ji Temple.

Minami Ward

Shimogyo Ward