Title: Okazaki Travel Guide: Best of Okazaki, Kyoto Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Okazaki](https://expedia.co.uk/Okazaki-Kyoto-Hotels.0-n553248633981691592-0.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)[Okazaki Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Okazaki.d553248633981691592.Car-Hire-Guide)[Okazaki Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Okazaki.d553248633981691592.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Okazaki Travel Guide ## Kyoto ![Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981691592/8f4fb6e4-10e9-42d2-af53-9d3df26cc4eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981691592/8f4fb6e4-10e9-42d2-af53-9d3df26cc4eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eikando Temple which includes a pond, a temple or place of worship and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204598/512e03fc-acdb-4df1-985a-4217ab195e3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nanzenji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076278/e3a2cf1f-ebe2-4538-878d-756fdf60cf07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Heian Shrine which includes a pond and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/3e68ec9a-5cb4-426a-b1fe-6139435d96a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Okazaki Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kyoto travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Heian Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, a garden and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/6cb1dac9-3832-4929-af62-09e03a4bbc68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heian Shrine 4.5/5(20 reviews) An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Heian-Shrine-Sakyo-Ward.d501447.Attraction) ![Nanzenji Temple showing a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076278/5b1e277c-e188-41cc-939f-58a5c87b4afb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nanzen-ji Temple Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nanzenji-Temple-Kyoto.d6076278.Attraction) ![Eikando Temple which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204598/672aa58f-07ba-4d06-bbdc-1ecca2ebe5b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eikan-do Temple Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eikan-Do-Temple-Sakyo-Ward.d6204598.Attraction) ![Kyoto National Museum of Modern Art showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076274/0d16882e-c6c5-4259-b83d-ef00f593ef14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto As a place that celebrates 20th-century contemporary art, this museum has innovative themes that are very different from traditional Kyoto culture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Modern-Art-Kyoto.d6076274.Attraction) ![Okazaki which includes a pond and wildflowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981691592/a2454b67-bb97-4f94-9709-5eaa4cd51d0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Municipal Zoo Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Kyoto Municipal Zoo during your trip to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Municipal-Zoo-Kyoto.d6078318.Attraction) #### Kyoto International Exhibition Hall Learn about the events happening in Kyoto International Exhibition Hall during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyakomesse-Kyoto.d553248621526921175.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) ![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) ![Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48860054/36dba831-cd39-4d34-95c6-778329473f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Concerts Played with Traditional Instruments in Kyoto £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/concerts-played-with-traditional-instruments-in-kyoto.a48860054.activity-details) [See all activities in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Okazaki ![THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71550000/71550000/71549946/b77436b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel 175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto £76 8 Mar - 9 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews) Perfect! Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=71549946&PinnedHotelID=71549946&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981691592) ![The Westin Miyako Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/878400/878301/b7475fef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Westin Miyako Kyoto 1 Awataguchi Kachocho, Higashiyama Kyoto Kyoto £206 26 Feb - 27 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 3 restaurants, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) I’ve stayed here before and that’s why I returned, definelty a must stay in Kyoto. The views and breakfast are excellent! Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=878301&PinnedHotelID=878301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981691592) ![Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71993700/71993618/1e5ef820_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei 26-6 Okazaki Tenno-cho Kyoto Kyoto £231 27 Feb - 28 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews) The staff were very friendly. 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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=553248633981691592) ![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=553248633981691592) ![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. 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Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Gion.dx6160577) ![Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160750/8bd9c1a9-a634-4367-970d-e2d4a74cd74a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashiyama Ward 5/5(2 area reviews) Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Higashiyama.dx179161) ![Komatsucho](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/af3839f3-ffcd-4440-a9a1-dd689f50b078.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Komatsucho While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Komatsucho.dx553248635976381707) ![Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204602/3f6981ce-61c0-4097-afa4-d7c641fc9232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sannenzaka Ninenzaka 5/5(5 area reviews) You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Sannenzaka Museum or Three-Year Slope. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Sannenzaka-Ninenzaka.dx6204602) ![Panoramic view of buildings containing Ninomaru reception rooms at Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Japan. Stitched from 2 images using Canon PhotoStitch 3.1.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179162/8a693240-943d-4eb0-8041-0107df424745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Kyoto While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or GEAR - Art Complex 1928, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Downtown-Kyoto.dx880937241357504512) ![The Gion Matsuri Festival is Japans most famous festival. Musicians sit in huge floats that are pushed/dragged around town in Kyoto while the musicians play their flutes. There are two types of floats in The Gion Matsuri Parade, Yama and Hoko. There are 23 Yama and 10 Hoko. The Hoko floats can be up to 25 meters tall and weigh up to 12 tons. The main procession of the floats are held on the 17th of July, which is when this photo was taken. #Festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/b32ad9d8-181f-4e9b-b1ab-628b2a70c4ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Karasuma Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Karasuma.dx6204517) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Okazaki Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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