Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto





Visit Shimogyo Ward
Stay near popular Shimogyo 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 Shimogyo Ward

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Very convenient location for easy travels. Staff was extremely helpful; attending to requests and maintaining cleanliness. Adequate room; great shower pressure. Breakfast offered great variety of local dishes. Onsens, coffee/matcha and mini bites throughout the day were very welcomed. Great for families. ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
"The staff were friendly, the hotel was modern and clean. The AC went out for a bit but started working, the wifi was spotty in the room. We purchased the breakfast, most Japanese food, little Western choices, coffee was strong 👍. Rooms were spacious, beds soft, pillows hard. Rooms were clean. Had ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
"Close to everything. Staff was extremely helpful and attentive. Nice sized rooms for a family of 4 (adult kids)"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
"Nice pool and Parking option as we travelled by Car from Osaka"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
"Excellent hotel to stay in Kyoto"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
"Windows very thin, could. Hear everything outside. No matcha :( but overall, clean and nice hotel. Great location"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shimogyo 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.

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.

Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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.

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.


























