Visit Yamashina Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Nijō Castle
Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
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.
Yamashina Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onsen was great! Rooms were neat. Breakfast was top notch.
Reviewed on 2025/12/24
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Everything was perfect until a reception staff who can’t speak simple English ask me to read about the housekeeping rules myself when I enquire. And the best part was she showed me a non English version and ask me to read myself.
Reviewed on 2025/12/22
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Super nice hotel. Very helpful staff. Room was great. Good location.
Reviewed on 2025/12/25
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Staff were nice however the room was too dusty.
Reviewed on 2025/12/19
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Room is small but clean, separate dry and wet area
Reviewed on 2025/12/26
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Helpful staff, clean room
Reviewed on 2025/12/24
Other neighborhoods around Yamashina Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope.
Higashiyama Ward
Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Okazaki
Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Yamashina Ward
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