Visit Yamashina Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Amazing hotel. I’d highly recommend staying here due to the incredible staff, the location, the cleanliness and the facilities. The onsen is absolutely brilliant.
Reviewed on 2025/12/13
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
AC worked great, very clean
Reviewed on 2025/12/11
sequence KYOTO GOJO
The room was quite spacious, but it was a bit too dim for my preference, especially when using the mirror. The location is very convenient, and the staff were friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 2025/12/12
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Lean rooms, cleaning every day, pijamas new every day
Reviewed on 2025/12/14
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Amazing hotel very close to everything clean great customer service
Reviewed on 2025/12/13
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Attention to details is great . Free good coffee and snacks make you feel at home .
Reviewed on 2025/12/10
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 Three-Year Slope or Sannenzaka Museum.
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.
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.
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.
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
- Bishamon-do Temple
- Himukai-daijingu Shrine
- Oishi Shrine
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nijō Castle
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Nara Park
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Kyoto Tower
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Expo ’70 Commemorative Park
- Kyoto University
- Yasaka Shrine
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Heian Shrine
- Shijo Street
- Todaiji Temple
- Osaka University
- Kyoto Racecourse
