Southern Kyoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Kyoto
Where to stay in Southern Kyoto
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.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Castle is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
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.
Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho
When in Higashikujo Kitakarasumacho, you can plan a visit to Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kami-toba
While Kami-toba may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kyoto Railway Museum and Kyoto Aquarium.
Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Station Building.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Completely blown away by this hotel! Friendly and attentive staff, numerous amenities and felt like an authentic Japanese experience from the moment you walk in the door. Everybody must take their shoes off at the entrance and place them in easy to use lockers. The rooms had nice Japanese touches, ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Great stay! and wonderful staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
Great English speaking staff. Very welcoming and friendly. Laundry detergent provided for washing machine in unit (though it was extremely slow). Appreciated the location near Kyoto station. Good home base for our travels in the area. Reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
MONday Apart Premium Kyoto Sta. Kamogawa
Our room is as spectacular. More than enough room for 2 people. Staff were great. Location was great! Would recommmend 10/10!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo
spotless large room, staff is extremely helpful and cordial
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Kyoto Tower
In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.
Kyoto Station Building
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kyoto Station Building during your visit to Kyoto. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Umekoji Park
Umekoji Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
Kyoto Racecourse
You can take time to visit Kyoto Racecourse during your travels to Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
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