Nakagyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

A traditional Japanese building with tiled roofs and wooden structures.
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A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden walls, surrounded by well-maintained pine trees.
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A traditional white building with a tiled roof, situated beside a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.
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A traditional building with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.
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A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and ornate decorations.
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Stay near popular Nakagyo Ward attractions

A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

£26
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto Bike Tour - Monkey Tour

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

£80
per adult
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Kyoto: Kintsugi

Kyoto: Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Workshop in Gion

£12
per adult
Kyoto: Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Workshop in Gion
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

£90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto

Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto

£42
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

£90
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Nakagyo Ward

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is £53 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
£53
10 Dec - 11 Dec
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,133 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time staying at this property. Our room was well maintained throughout our stay, and we enjoyed the lounge, tea and sandwiches."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

4 out of 5
301-1, Narayacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is £56 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
£56
10 Dec - 11 Dec
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,184 reviews)
"Convenient location and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was also spacious."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 out of 5
Nakagyo-ku Kiyamachi-dori Sanjyo Agaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is £137 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
£137
10 Dec - 11 Dec
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location with a friendly staff that does its best to accommodate in any language. Breakfast buffet is a definite must"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is £77 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
£77
10 Dec - 11 Dec
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

4.5 out of 5
45-1, Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is £233 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
£233
11 Dec - 12 Dec
additional charges may apply
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Nishiki Market ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (632 reviews)
"Great location that’s convenient yet on a relatively quiet street. Room was clean and good size. Blinds in shower was weird design but harmless. Did not like non disposable room sandals. Don’t want to use footwear others have used. More towels would be nice. I like a body, hair and face towel. Had ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

5 out of 5
416 Shimomaruyacho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
The price is £244 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
£244
9 Dec - 10 Dec
additional charges may apply
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Pontocho Alley ...
Hilton Kyoto
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Where to stay in Nakagyo Ward

Find the best Nakagyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Nakagyo Ward
Learn more about Nakagyo Ward
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

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.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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Karasuma

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

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