Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Higashiyama Ward
Stay near popular Higashiyama Ward attractions
Things to do
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Legends, Bamboo Forest Night
10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"Great place to stay. The room was big and comfortable. It’s easy to get around Kyoto from there and there is a restaurant and cafe onsite plus a cool rooftop bar."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
"The rooms were very nicely designed and the staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
"Very clean room and facilities"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
"Amazing service. Fantastic rooms. We will be back!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
"A wonderful hotel. And the staff was so incredibly helpful"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
"The staff was very friendly and helpful; the Onsen was wonderful."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Higashiyama Ward
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
