Southern Kyoto

Travel Guide

Fushimi Inari Shrine showing interior views and food
Fushimi Inari Shrine showing a temple or place of worship
Southern Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Fushimi Inari Shrine showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Where to stay in Southern Kyoto

Toji Temple featuring a park and a pond

Minami Ward

5/5(21 area reviews)

Consider a visit to To-ji Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Minami Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station.

Minami Ward
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a memorial, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Fushimi Ward

Fushimi Ward is a destination travelers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to explore sights like Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Fushimi Ward
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

5/5(35 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nishiki Market.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho
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Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nishiki Market.

Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
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Kami-toba

While Kami-toba might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jonangu Shrine and To-ji Temple.

Kami-toba
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Hiyoshicho

While Hiyoshicho might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market.

Hiyoshicho
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AED 215 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 215
AED 236 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (700 reviews)
"The rooms we nice and clean, but very small. With suitcases in the room it’s very had to live around. The check in is very different too. After you check in at the desk they send you to a kiosk where you complete your check in and get your room key and pay the city tax. The staff also did not speak ..."

Reviewed on 20 April 2023

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AED 333 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
AED 333
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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! (2,720 reviews)
"As it was my first experience with an Onyado, I did not know quite what to expect. The staff was very helpful in explaining and answering any questions that I had. My only disappointment was that it was very difficult to obtain bandages to cover my tattoo. Luckily I had brought some bandages and ..."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
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 AED 183 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 183
AED 232 total
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! (510 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with a Family Mart on the first floor. Not much to do around the hotel but it is located right next to the station so it was easy to move around. The room was also pretty spacious and the staff was nice!"

Reviewed on 6 February 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
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MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
4 out of 5
137 Shinhiyoshicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and Netflix. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"A great location. Very friendly people and very professional. Highly recommend this new hotel for the family trip. The washing machine feature is a great addition."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
Mimaru Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
Mimaru Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
3 out of 5
Hiraicho, 17-1, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (178 reviews)
"This hotel was best hotel we stayed in during our Japan trip. The room was huge which so good when travelling with 3 teenagers, clothes washing and drying facilities, staff went above and beyond with helping us with any questions. Close to transport, markets, shopping, all key Kyoto sites. I cannot ..."

Reviewed on 8 February 2025

Mimaru Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
Randor Residence Kyoto Classic
Randor Residence Kyoto Classic
2.5 out of 5
58-1, Higashikujo Kamigoryocho, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto Tower are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (311 reviews)
"Nice stay"

Reviewed on 27 January 2025

Randor Residence Kyoto Classic
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Popular places to visit

Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(1,177 reviews)

Find out about the history of Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of the top monuments in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(463 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kyoto Tower. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Tower
Been to Kyoto Station numerous times but on this day it’s the most beautiful sight of the city with partial rainbow in the background!

Kyoto Station Building

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Kyoto Station Building during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Station Building
Toji Temple showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

To-ji Temple

4.5/5(185 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by To-ji Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

To-ji Temple
Sanjusangendo Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Sanjusangen-do Temple

4.5/5(95 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Sanjusangen-do Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Kyoto, Japan

Higashi Honganji Temple

4.5/5(41 reviews)

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

Higashi Honganji Temple