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

Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

AU$43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night

Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)

AU$185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
Kimono 1

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto

AU$33
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House

Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu

AU$64
per adult
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House in Kiyomizu
Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

AU$69
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour
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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
The price is AU$182 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$182
23 June - 24 June
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! (1,086 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. Great location and service"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
4 out of 5
1-chome-45 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$185 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$185
1 July - 2 July
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
"The overall hotel stay was wonderful, and the front desk staff was incredible helpful with suggestions. They also offer Yamato luggage service from the front desk but wished I’ve known earlier when I checked in, so I could’ve timed my delivery. Hotel condition was great, and location was great! However, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
4 out of 5
485, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$245 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$245
7 July - 8 July
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Tower ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Large rooms (for Japan). Very friendly service."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Hiyori Stay Kyoto Kamogawa
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
5 out of 5
445-3 Myohoin Maekawa-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$1,333 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$1,333
3 July - 4 July
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Gion Corner are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (356 reviews)
"Amazing hotel — truly wonderful in every way! The staff are incredibly welcoming, the food options are fantastic, and the pool and spa are just perfect. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Minn Gion Sanjo
Minn Gion Sanjo
4 out of 5
Higashiyama Ward Sanchome, 18, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
The price is AU$190 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$190
23 June - 24 June
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Kiyomizu Temple and Pontocho ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (184 reviews)
"Great location, great amenities and having access to a hot tub, cold plunge and sauna is just what is needed after a long day of exploring and walking 12+ miles. Staff is very nice and helpful. Stay here don’t over think it."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Minn Gion Sanjo
Minn Gion
Minn Gion
4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is AU$165 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$165
30 June - 1 July
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
"Great boutique apartments Convenient walk to a train stations Many restaurants and stores around"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Minn Gion
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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 Hokanji Temple.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Kenninji Temple featuring interior views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Komatsucho

5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Komatsucho, you might make a stop by sights like Kenninji Temple and Hanamikoji Street.

Komatsucho
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 Hanamikoji Street 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 Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art 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 Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

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