Minami Ward
Kyoto
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Popular places to visit
To-ji Temple
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
Rokusonno Shrine
After visiting Rokusonno Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops 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.
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.
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.
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.
Minami Ward Hotel Deals
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Everything went really well. The kiosk that they want you to check in at, you have to pay a tax and it didn’t take my debit card for some reason. You needed a card with a PIN. We tried 3 different people on our party, and none of our cards worked. So we were scrambling trying to find the tax money ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/14
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Great hotel and easy access to the Kyoto station from the Shinkansen exit!
Reviewed on 2026/4/13
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Good area close to the subway temples quite area good place to rest up.
Reviewed on 2026/4/10
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE
Lots of breakfast options and very conveniently located to station and other shops
Reviewed on 2026/4/13
Rihga Gran Kyoto
This property was recommended by a local friend as this was my 2nd Kyoto visit within 2yrs. Incredibly convenient location & a few mins walk to Kyoto Station. Many convenience store & small restaurants in the immediate area as we tried a small local izakaya pub late at night after a late arrival ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/14
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA
Clean room
Reviewed on 2026/4/12
Other neighborhoods around Minami Ward
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
While there might not be top attractions in Higashikujo Nishisannocho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Station Building.
Fushimi Ward
Fushimi Ward is a destination travelers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to explore sights like Tofuku-ji Temple.
Shimogyo Ward
Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.
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.
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.
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 Kawaramachi Street and Sanjo Street.
Minami Ward
- To-ji Temple
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Lake Biwa
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nara Park
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Nijō Castle
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Tower
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Kyoto University
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Yasaka Shrine
- Shijo Street
- Todaiji Temple
- Heian Shrine
- Osaka University
- Expo City
- Mount Hiei
- Sanjusangen-do Temple