Title: Katsura Travel Guide: Best of Katsura, Kyoto Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Katsura](https://expedia.co.uk/Katsura-Kyoto-Hotels.0-n6004138-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Katsura Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Katsura.d6004138.Car-Hire-Guide)[Katsura Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Katsura.d6004138.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Katsura Travel Guide ## Kyoto ![colorful leaves mountains and Katsura river in Arashiyama, landscape landmark and popular for tourists attractions in Kyoto, Japan. Fall Autumn season, Vacation,holiday and Sightseeing concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004138/54bb55ea-754a-4ac9-bf5c-1e62c22b5680.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![colorful leaves mountains and Katsura river in Arashiyama, landscape landmark and popular for tourists attractions in Kyoto, Japan. Fall Autumn season, Vacation,holiday and Sightseeing concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004138/54bb55ea-754a-4ac9-bf5c-1e62c22b5680.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Katsura Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kyoto travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258971/6c56789f-84af-40e6-9dac-970244fac989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishiki-Market-Kyoto.d6258971.Attraction) ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501445/46fb6762-7a3e-4f67-967b-9e88362b9013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kawaramachi Street During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kawaramachi-Kyoto.d6204513.Attraction) ![Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501431/70e73880-c772-4e72-b91b-1110bcc11ce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nijō Castle Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) ![Kyoto Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/8fde799a-fbab-4c2c-9a97-259f55c53a1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Tower In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Tower-Kyoto.d501464.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha £18 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752183/88240c9c-5450-49a3-a577-27eef4de52d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Japan Package £3 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details) ![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour £89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![Osaka/Kyoto:Arashiyama,NaraPark,FushimiInari Shrin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49275231/e102b720-e383-45ed-be2c-8800685670ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara Park & Fushimi Inari Tour £38 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osakakyoto-arashiyama.a49275231.activity-details) ![Kyoto Top 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49879697/c603fe59-9fe4-4598-9483-fcd8705ed633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto £49 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-top-four-highlights-day-trip-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49879697.activity-details) [See all activities in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Katsura ![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/9d8a8a3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs 491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto £68 26 Feb - 27 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,891 reviews) We enjoyed our stay at the hotel and found their operation remarkably organized and functional. The bathing was terrific as was the ice cream, too. Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=44762017&PinnedHotelID=44762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004138) ![Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69680000/69673800/69673755/e79c00ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto 4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto £76 1 Mar - 2 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,658 reviews) Room was clean and spacious. The staff was attentive and kind. Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=69673755&PinnedHotelID=69673755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004138) ![Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87823600/87823506/e9683a07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto £132 25 Feb - 26 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews) Excellent stay! Will definitely stay here in the future. Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=87823506&PinnedHotelID=87823506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004138) ![sequence KYOTO GOJO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46310000/46304800/46304712/62f1d485_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### sequence KYOTO GOJO 409 Gojokarasumacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto £46 23 Feb - 24 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (683 reviews) The room was clean and the staff were kind and helpful. Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=46304712&PinnedHotelID=46304712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004138) ![Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27000/26999/32148f12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo 17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto £81 26 Feb - 27 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,520 reviews) clean and nice staff Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=26999&PinnedHotelID=26999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004138) ![Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27027000/27026975/660daa55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cross Hotel Kyoto 71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto £100 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,017 reviews) Très bien situé Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=27026975&PinnedHotelID=27026975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6004138) [See all 3,536 properties in Katsura](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6004138) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_6004138) ## Check Katsura hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6004138&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23)[22 Feb - 23 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6004138&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6004138&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24)[23 Feb - 24 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6004138&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6004138&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6004138&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Katsura ![Ninnaji Temple featuring a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076282/149d255f-46b6-4aba-ae7c-2480369ba29b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Ukyo-Ward.dx179159) ![Kyoto Tower featuring a city, a high rise building and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501464/855e1214-6e24-49a8-9c7a-9551d8525b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shimogyo Ward 4.5/5(15 area reviews) Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Shimogyo.dx179160) ![To-ji Temple which includes a pond and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501461/c6a9e5a8-88f0-47c9-beea-ffe6cad84e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Minami Ward 4.5/5(5 area reviews) Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Minami-Ward.dx6004140) ![Sanjo bridge in Kamo river kyoto Japan; Shutterstock ID 551073904; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179162/edd548c3-630e-4945-b63e-caabd15e996f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nakagyo Ward 5/5(10 area reviews) Nishiki Market and Sanjo Street 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Nakagyo-Ward.dx179162) ![Kyoto featuring forest scenes, a garden and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526920833/de296366-53c6-49b6-bb66-2ce427f3e3c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arashiyama 4.5/5(6 area reviews) You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Sagano Romantic Train is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Arashiyama.dx6004133) ![Fushimi Inari Taisha Schrein, Kyoto, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976382137/10aee195-27e2-48f9-9f9c-1ea83b32a1d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashikujo Nishisannocho 4.5/5(5 area reviews) If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market. 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