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 Kawaramachi Street 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 Kawaramachi Street and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple.

Hiyoshicho
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 400 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
SAR 400
SAR 441 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 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! (2,781 reviews)
"I liked the onsen experience and the free ice cream!"

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
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 SAR 401 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
SAR 401
SAR 442 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,324 reviews)
"It's super close to the station and clean!"

Reviewed on 9 March 2025

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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 SAR 401 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
SAR 401
SAR 507 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (510 reviews)
"I had a great time staying at The Royal Park Kyoto Umekoji! My friend and I stayed for four nights. It is located in a nice quiet area of Kyoto and it is directly across the street from Umekoji station (just one station stop away from Kyoto Station). The cleanliness of the room left a little to be ..."

Reviewed on 10 March 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 Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"We (family of 4) stayed in the Junior suite. Was absolutely perfect. No noise at night, except for a siren every now and then. Staff gave a very warm welcome, and were attentive and able to help us. Perfectly sized room too. Great amenities. Had an error with the washing machine but the staff fixed ..."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

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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! (184 reviews)
"This was our first time in a Mimaru hotel and the experience was delightful. I would definately stay at one of their other locations."

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

Mimaru Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
4 out of 5
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru, Yaoyacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (366 reviews)
"It is a good size for Japanese hotels with a washer and dryer unit in a room. The neighborhood is ok. Walking to Kyoto station is a little hustle, but bus stops are nearby."

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

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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 shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Station Building
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
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
Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto Railway Museum

3/5(1 review)

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

Kyoto Railway Museum