Downtown Kyoto
Kyoto
Visit Downtown Kyoto
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.
Kiyamachi Street
You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.
Kyoto International Manga Museum
This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.
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.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kawaramachi Street. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Downtown Kyoto Hotel Deals
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
All around very nice
Reviewed on 2026/3/8
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
All the stores and restaurants
Reviewed on 2026/3/6
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Lovely little hotel in a wonderful part of Kyoto. Was very close to all the shopping and the Nishiki Market. The rooms were a nice size and very comfortable. The 4 stars is because they clean the room every 3 days (although you can request more but got the feeling this was bit frowned upon)
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Very clean and well located. Just around the corner from train station with good eateries nearby and many sites within walking distance or a train/bus ride away. Rooms are generously sized for Japan standards (didn't feel like a closet). We enjoyed our stay and would come back again.
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
The property is extremely clean, quiet and the staff was very professional. The hotel is conveniently located in central Kyoto with Nishiki market only a few minutes walk away.
Reviewed on 2026/3/7
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Great elegant and super comfortable hotel! It has a public bath but if you have tattoes you cant use. Rate 4
Reviewed on 2026/3/8
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Kyoto
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
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.
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Komatsucho
If you're spending some time in Komatsucho, Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street are top sights worth seeing.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
