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.
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favourite shopping spot in Kyoto. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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 Nishikyo Ward
Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA
Very large and "industrialized" hotel. This is not a luxury hotel in my opinion, feels more like an Aiport than a hotel (the lobby was always very crowded with people coming in and out. Feels like a massive operation). Room was VERY small (even for Japan standards) and we felt the overall stay was ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas - Osaka Kitahama
I found the accommodation to be excellent, I would stay again if/when I come back to travel Japan.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower
Gorgeous hotel. Great location to walk to museums. The public bath on 31st floor is spectacular. 3 minute walk to lovely path along the river.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka
Very kind staff and room was clean and spacious
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
The location was great and the onsen was fantastic. Breakfast and the late night Yonaki Soba was delicious. Nothing bad to be said about this hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji
It’s a little outdated
Reviewed on 4 May 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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. 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
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.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
Nishikyo Ward Travel Guide
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