Title: Kyoto Travel Guide: Best of Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Holiday-Rentals.d6131486.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[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)[Kyoto Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kyoto Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.d6131486.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kyoto Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45841-Heian-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kyoto featuring landscape views, a park and hiking or walking](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69643-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kyoto](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477758-Otsu-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sannenzaka Ninenzaka featuring a city, a small town or village and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69658-Kyoto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kyoto](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477684-Shiga-Pro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kyoto Where to stay Things to do Reviews #### Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, feed wild monkeys and explore World Heritage-listed temples and shrines in this historically rich Japanese city. Kyoto, on the Japanese island of Honshu, has been a hub of religious activity and political power since the eighth century. It was once the capital of Japan and retains many of the temples and palaces built within this period. Step back in time to imperial Japan as you explore the city’s many World Heritage Sites such as the Kiyomizu Temple. Kyoto is also renowned for its landscaped gardens, many of which are based on designs dating back hundreds of years.The wealth of cultural history in Kyoto can be overwhelming and it can be difficult to know where to start. Take the Philosopher’s Walk to orient yourself around some of Kyoto’s historic sights, such as the Eikando Temple. The walk takes in three major temples as well as several smaller temples and shrines, boutique shopping areas and restaurants where you can sample the traditional Japanese multicourse dinner, kaiseki. Cherry blossoms line the walk during spring, and in autumn, the area comes alive with the brilliant reds of maple trees. Central Kyoto offers a combination of modern and traditional delights. Ride up the Kyoto Tower for a 360-degree view over the city from 100 metres (330 feet) up. Explore the Nishiki Market, lined with restaurants, and fresh produce and street food stalls. See giant salamanders and local river fish at the Kyoto Aquarium.At one of the regular festivals held in the city, taste some of the food brought to Kyoto from all over Japan to please the Emperor, watch traditional crafts being made, take a lesson in saké brewing and experience the culture of Japan.Lovers of Japanese literature will enjoy the 17th-century Katsura Imperial Villa, built to resemble the fictional setting of the 11th-century novel *The Tale of Genji*.Tourism is a large part of Kyoto’s economy and there are some unique attractions such as hand feeding wild snow monkeys at Arashiyama Monkey Park. Kyoto has a welcoming atmosphere, incredible natural beauty and layered history. ### Where to stay in Kyoto ![Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45791-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Kyoto 4.5/5(364 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Central-Kyoto.dx6131500) ![Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69689-Gion.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gion 5/5(46 area reviews) Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Gion.dx6160577) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69746-Kyoto-Tower.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) ![Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45909-Kyoto.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 Museum of Kyoto, 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) ![Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69862-Shoren-In-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashiyama Ward 5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Higashiyama.dx179161) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69748-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Karasuma.dx6204517) - Top hotels in Kyoto - Top Holiday Rentals in Kyoto ![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, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £118 31 Oct - 1 Nov additional charges may apply Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,620 reviews) The Onsen at this hotel is its main specialty feature. It is really relaxing to go at the Onsen post your tourist sightseeing day of Kyoto. The hotel is very clean and much bigger than other hotels in Japan Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F10%2F2025&endDate=01%2F11%2F2025&selected=44762017&PinnedHotelID=44762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131486) ![Hotel Emion Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45920000/45911500/45911447/f86c8c48_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Emion Kyoto Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto £95 4 Nov - 5 Nov additional charges may apply Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,919 reviews) Amazing place to stay in an amazing city. The rooms were a good size and the staff was wonderful. The cherry on top was the rooftop terrace! 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Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F11%2F2025&endDate=06%2F11%2F2025&selected=4538458&PinnedHotelID=4538458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131486) [See all 3,109 properties in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F10%2F2025&endDate=29%2F10%2F2025®ionId=6131486) 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. ![Minn Gion](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93530000/93523100/93523006/w2877h2160x3y0-3b2b67ae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Minn Gion 342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site spa services and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (356 reviews) Great accommodation. Could not recommend it more highly. In quite a nice spot in Gion. Only a short walk to bustling areas and relatively quiet at night. Th e rooms are spacious enough for Japan standards. Hotel seems new and well thought out. Really enjoyed my stay. Would definitely stay here ... Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Minn-Gion.h93523006.Hotel-Information) ![MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72970000/72965400/72965339/988ddfa2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station 1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru, Yaoyacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (500 reviews) Stay was comfortable, room was nice and clean. Kitchen, a little disappointing, not well equipped. Staff was nice. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44546-Nishiki-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nishiki Market 4.5/5(50 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishiki-Market-Kyoto.d6258971.Attraction) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45828-Fushimi-Inari-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fushimi Inari Shrine 4.5/5(249 reviews) 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) ![Kyoto Tower](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44505-Kyoto-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Tower 4/5(117 reviews) 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) ![Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69758-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nijō Castle 4.5/5(81 reviews) 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) ![Kinkaku-ji Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a3e0b45a8230dc166077db3c080b700f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinkaku-ji Temple 3.5/5(2 reviews) Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaku-Ji-Temple-Kita-Ward.d501451.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kyoto: Kimono Experience in Gion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47729174/9ac4d960-6fbe-479b-b02e-66df21327099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience £3 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-1-day-traditional-japanese-kimono-rental-experience.a47729174.activity-details) ![One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/461474/a879c9a5-ff30-4c52-a0d5-e7557867561c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara £52 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/one-day-tour-of-japans-ancient-capitals-kyoto-and-nara.a461474.activity-details) ![Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47985483/8ee5fdac-de1d-482d-8858-b1a40d790bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys, & secrets £60 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-arashiyama-bamboo.a47985483.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 £103 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![Kyoto 1 Day Trip-Golden Pavilion & Kiyomizu temple from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47070586/a0352eae-b883-4738-ae95-bbf1c392c288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Osaka £138 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-1-day-tour-golden-pavilion-and-kiyomizu-temple-from-osaka.a47070586.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 4 Must-see Attractions One Day Sightseeing Trip £52 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-top-4-must-see-attractions-one-day-sightseeing-trip.a49879697.activity-details) [See all activities in Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kyoto.d6131486.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Kyoto 4.7 Top destination 5 - Excellent 278 4 - Good 87 3 - Okay 7 2 - Disappointing 6 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Third time visiting Kyoto. Will definitely be back again ### 5/5 - Excellent Di A fantastic place to visit. So much history and the temples are just awesome. Recommend a day tour if visiting for a short time but I am looking forward to exploring on my own and spending more time at some sites next time. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Kyoto has the best of both worlds...modern and traditional. Close to Osaka,Nara. Easy to get around. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Nice city and nice people ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Everything that Tokyo is missing. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Plan carefully as many places seemed to be under restoration. 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