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.
Kawaramachi Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favorite shopping spot in Kyoto. Check out 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.
Downtown Kyoto Hotel Deals
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
"We enjoyed our stay in the Kabuki room. The staff are helpful and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. We would stay there again!!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/21
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
"Every hotel service excellent and hotel maintenance was very clean"
Reviewed on 2026/6/21
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
"This hotel is located in a safe and quiet area close to Kyoto city hall, subway, and great restaurants. The room is very comfortable and has everything you need. Breakfast had lots of food choices and the coffee is excellent. Bonus-coffee and ice water is available throughout the day in the lobby ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/22
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
"Clean room. Great location."
Reviewed on 2026/6/23
Ace Hotel Kyoto
"Appreciate the aesthetics of the place, the cleanliness, the accessibility to coffee and shops"
Reviewed on 2026/6/18
Cross Hotel Kyoto
"Excellent location - shopping, restaurants, and convenience stores are right at your doorstep. We stayed as a family with 5 yr old twins and found the rooms spacious enough, with very comfortable beds. Breakfast was amazing, and we loved the atmosphere around the hotel. Overall, a great stay for ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/23
Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto
Central Kyoto
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
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.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
