Kamigyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto





Visit Kamigyo Ward
Popular places to visit

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.

Doshisha University
Explore the campus of Doshisha University as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Shokoku-ji Temple
A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.

Kyoto State Guest House
Explore the great outdoors at Kyoto State Guest House, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters
Walk around the campus at Urasenke Arai Kaikai General Headquarters as part of your travels around Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Top hotels in Kamigyo Ward

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
"Super clean room and wonderfully helpful staff. We loved Kyoto and this hotel!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"The first room I was given immediately exuded smelly BO, but I thought it was not aired properly so I turned on air, was so tired, just went to sleep. Although I was exhausted, I kept waking up to whiffs of stinky BO, such that after waking up and nodding back to sleep I could stand it no longer, ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"The room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"Conveniently located, nice clean hotel, well organized, nice breakfast. Great value for price. No reason to complain."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"Excellent! We be back!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
"If you love a quiet location choose this place. Clean room, love the buffet breakfast, helpful staff."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kamigyo Ward

Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.

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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

Nakagyo Ward
Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Fudocho
When in Fudocho, you can plan a visit to Shijo Kyo Machiya and Museum of Kyoto, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
