Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage
Kodaiji Temple showing religious elements, a garden and a temple or place of worship
Kodaiji Temple featuring forest scenes and a park
Kiyomizu Temple featuring a city, a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Shoren-in Temple showing a temple or place of worship, a park and religious elements

Popular places to visit

Kiyomizu Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Kiyomizu Temple

4.5/5(221 reviews)

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.

Kiyomizu Temple
Yasaka Shrine showing a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Yasaka Shrine

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.

Yasaka Shrine
Gion Corner

Gion Corner

4.5/5(101 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Gion Corner
Sanjusangendo Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Sanjusangen-do Temple

4.5/5(27 reviews)

This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.

Sanjusangen-do Temple
Hanamikoji Street

Hanamikoji Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Hanamikoji Street
Gion Shirakawa Area

Gion Shirakawa Area

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Gion Shirakawa Area

Activities

Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

AU$56
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour
Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

AU$53
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House

AU$60
Per adult
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House
At Camellia Flower you can enjoy a shared or private tea ceremony.

Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse

AU$65
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse
Discovering Kyoto A Tailored Private Tour of the City's Treasures

Discovering Kyoto A Tailored Private Tour of the City's Treasures

AU$144
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discovering Kyoto A Tailored Private Tour of the City's Treasures
Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

AU$165
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto
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Our pick of the best Higashiyama Ward Hotel Deals

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (723 reviews)
"We loved our stay at the Nohga hotel. It’s designed so beautifully like a boutique hotel, with friendly staff and such gorgeous architecture. There’s also a fantastic bakery and coffee shop which makes for a convenient start to the day. The rooms are tastefully designed and I r"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

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Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
4 out of 5
572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$354 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$354
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free train station pick-up, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (820 reviews)
"Very well run hotel. Only issue is the bar area is sadly lacking in the mood it gives off. Feels like you are in a bunker."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$237 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$237
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (947 reviews)
"Amazing location"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 out of 5
84 Ohashicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$248
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (468 reviews)
"Great hotel. Bed’s were super comfortable. Staff was excellent. Would definitely stay here again next time I’m in Kyoto."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
5 out of 5
644-2 Sanjusangendo-mawari, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$534 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$534
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 5 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku
3.5 out of 5
499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$288 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$288
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star ryokan in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Traditional bathrooms and clean installations"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Gion Ryokan Karaku
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Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Three-Year Slope.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Maruyama Park while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
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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.

Karasuma
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Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kawaramachi Street and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Higashikujo Nishisannocho

Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

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