Kamigyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Kamigyo Ward
Popular places to visit
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Doshisha University
Explore the campus of Doshisha University as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Shokoku-ji Temple
A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.
Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.
Top hotels in Kamigyo Ward
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
スタッフの対応とても良かったです。 部屋も満足できました。
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Excellent hotel with excellent amenities the spa and massage chairs or the highlights of the hotel not to mention the wonderful breakfast You might as well have free noodles service after 9:00 p.m.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Sh shops were really close by. It’s a really great location by the SOG temple. There is a lot to see and doing in the area. The hotel is beautiful and we had a view of the pagoda from our window. Not sure which train station is close by though, but the hotel was just awesome free drinks at certain ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
sequence KYOTO GOJO
The staff were extremely helpful and courteous as soon as you walk in. The hotel is so nice and clean aside from some dust collected on top the sink area. I am happy to report I did not see any bed bugs/bed bug spots when checking the mattress and everything was very clean. The restaurant in the ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Perfect location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms were spacious and very clean.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kamigyo Ward
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.
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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Nakagyo Ward
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Teramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Kita Ward
The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamo River and Funaoka Thermal Bath are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.
