Nishijin Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Kitano Tenmangū

This shrine was created in 947 to mollify a furious spirit. Now, students and tourists gather to soak in the ambience of its traditional architecture and gardens.

Kitano Tenmangū
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Seimei-Jinja Shrine

You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Seimei-Jinja Shrine. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Seimei-Jinja Shrine
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Kenkun Shrine

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Kenkun Shrine. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Kenkun Shrine
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Hirano Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Hirano Shrine. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hirano Shrine
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Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(157 reviews)

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

Kiyomizu Temple
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Fushimi Inari Shrine

4.5/5(249 reviews)

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Top hotels in Nishijin

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 ₹3,786 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
₹3,786
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (939 reviews)
"This place is a 5 min walk to kyoto station and has heart-in access from the hotel with your keycard to 7-eleven. Very convenient to get cash out and breakfast. Loved it!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Nakadachiuri, Shinmachi-dori, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ₹13,522 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
₹13,522
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"A Return to Excellence: The Kyoto Brighton Hotel Experience In 2016, we had the pleasure of staying at the Kyoto Brighton Hotel, and our experience was so memorable that we chose to return in April 2024. Nestled in a serene residential area, the hotel is a stone’s throw away from the historic Kyoto ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,990 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹8,990
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,512 reviews)
excellent unique hotel
"We loved the unique (by western standards) interior design and very thoughtful touches throughout the room and the hotel. This is however a high volume, high turnover hotel as a FYI for other travelers. We did not purchase the included breakfast and saw that others had to wait in line etc. Free massage ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (708 reviews)
"This property was great. The staff were friendly and helpful. Clean hotel with aesthetically pleasing decor."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

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Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ₹4,712 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
₹4,712
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (982 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location, excellent facilities and staff."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Gojo-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is ₹5,303 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
₹5,303
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful! Very nice!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Nishijin

Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi 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.

Nakagyo Ward
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Kita Ward

The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Kamo Shrine 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.

Kita Ward
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Philosopher\'s Walk which includes a park and a river or creek

Sakyo Ward

5/5(1 area review)

Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto Concert Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.

Sakyo Ward

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