Downtown Kyoto
Kyoto
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Visit Downtown Kyoto
Popular places to visit
![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44546-Nishiki-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Nishiki Market
During your trip to Kyoto, you can enjoy retail therapy at Nishiki Market. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Kyoto International Manga Museum
You can study the exhibits at Kyoto International Manga Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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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.
![Kiyomizu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40565-Kiyomizu-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kiyomizu Temple
You can learn more about the history of Kyoto when you make a stop at a top site like Kiyomizu Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
![Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring interior views and a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45828-Fushimi-Inari-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Fushimi Inari Shrine
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.
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Kyoto Tower
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.
Downtown Kyoto Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on 5 February 2025
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Reviewed on 7 February 2025
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Reviewed on 8 February 2025
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Reviewed on 9 February 2025
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Reviewed on 8 February 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Kyoto
![Central Kyoto](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69748-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
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Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
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Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Maruyama Park while you're exploring the area.
![Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44526-Kenninji-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
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Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
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Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic 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.
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