Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashiyama Ward
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
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.
Yasaka Shrine
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.
Gion Corner
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.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
This temple is the famous site where thousands of hand-carved deities from the 13th century flank the longest wooden building in Japan.
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.
Kenninji Temple
Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.
Activities
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience
Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)
Kyoto: 1 Day Traditional Japanese Kimono Rental Experience
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Kyoto
Our pick of the best Higashiyama Ward Hotel Deals
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
We were so impressed and grateful for this hotel! It’s honestly perfect in every way. From quiet and spacious rooms, incredible ambiance, impeccable cleanliness, delicious food, every convenience for our stay, and a short walk to everything in Gion as well as the train. The shower and bath is something ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Very clean - very comfortable bed and great neighborhood to stay in.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Great hotel. I would stay here again and recommend to family and friends.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
spacious room in a beautiful location of Kyoto. We loved the Zen garden in the restaurant. Staff was super helfup as well and speaks good english.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Minn Gion
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
Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
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.
Komatsucho
While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.
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.
Okazaki
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.
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.
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.
