Arashiyama Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Arashiyama
Popular places to visit
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.
Arashiyama Onsen
You can take time to visit Arashiyama Onsen during your travels to Kyoto. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.
Bamboo Forest Street
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Street during your travels in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Togetsukyo Bridge
After visiting Togetsukyo Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Tenryu-ji Temple
After visiting Tenryu-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Arashiyama
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Great service amenities and super friendly staff. Delicious sento bath. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
The room and hotel were amazing. The staff were very nice and kind. Locations is perfect too!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
I'm so happy that we picked this hotel. While not the least expensive place in Kyoto, it was definitely worth the money spent. Our room was not facing the street, so bear that in mind since it is located on a busy street. The room was very quiet and very clean. We had a three bed hotel room and they ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Breakfast outstanding
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
The location was very good. We arrived 90 minutes earlier, but we could not check in before 2 p.m. The room was big and clean. The buffet breakfast was delicious with a big selection. I was a very nice stay.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Excellent staff, impeccable service living to their Royal name.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arashiyama
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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street 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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
Nakagyo Ward
Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street 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.
Central Kyoto
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 Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.
