Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
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Popular places to visit
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.
Katsura Imperial Villa
Modelled on a setting in a novel, this site has one of Kyōto’s greatest traditional gardens and architectural treasures.
Bamboo Forest Muko City
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bamboo Forest Muko City during your travels in Kyoto. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Kiyomizu Temple
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.
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Top hotels in Nishikyo Ward
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Honestly great place to stay. Room was perfect for what we needed and shower was very nice. Also, since it is connected to the station, it is very easy to get around the entire area and is close to some of the best shopping and food.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
Excellent well-balanced breakfast, fast & professional responses from staff.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Amazing room, great facilities and excellent customer service. The sauna and spa was fantastic with unmatched views. I’d definitely stay there again! Thank you!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Our stay is amazing.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The hotel is located within walking distance of the train station.Very easy to find.It provides a very good lunch for about twenty dollars and a has easy to move around town.Very, very good location.It is traditional japanese hotel must remove their shoes.When they come in, it is really wow
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
Not what we expected from a 5 star hotel. Having travelled round Japan and stayed at some lovely hotels this was by far the worst. Despite good reviews we had seen I would not recommend this. We booked a double room but the bed was not even big enough for a child and wasn’t a double. We had to pay ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nishikyo Ward
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
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.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide
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