Hiyoshicho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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

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.

Kiyomizu Temple
Nishiki Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

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.

Nishiki Market
Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people

Fushimi Inari Shrine

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.

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation.

Kyoto Tower
Nijo Castle showing a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Nijō Castle

Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Nijō Castle
Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple

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.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Activities

Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

AU$54
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour

Kyoto: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour

AU$53
per adult
Kyoto: Izakaya Bars Guided Walking Tour
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara

AU$124
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
One-Day Tour of Japan's Ancient Capitals - Kyoto and Nara
3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience

3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience

AU$127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience
Nara Early Bird Tour

Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)

AU$108
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Nara Early Bird Tour (Kyoto Departure Option Available)
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Kyoto

Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Kyoto

AU$237
per adult
Kyoto 1 Day Tour - Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu Temple from Kyoto
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Our pick of the best Hiyoshicho Hotel Deals

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$147 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$147
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,107 reviews)
"Staff was great and extremely helpful."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$141 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$141
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,340 reviews)
"It is an amazing option. The staff is really helpful and friendly. The amenities are really good. Food is excellent. A lot of welcome gifts. Truly an amazing option! Very good value for your money."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$211 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$211
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,613 reviews)
Excellent location.
"Hotel being inide the station is amazing. Would definitely recommend nd would stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$88 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$88
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,758 reviews)
"Everything was great about the Via Inn Prime but the pillows. The location couldn’t be better, the rooms are clean, the staff is friendly, but some unknown reason the have literal bricks for pillows. I wish I was exaggerating when I say they are THE hardest pillow I have ever felt. I even asked for ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$149 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$149
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,176 reviews)
"The hotel itself is beautiful and staff is excellent would stay there again!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$114 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$114
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,777 reviews)
"Quiet with a couple of shrines near by, the train museum is across the street as well"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hotel Emion Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Hiyoshicho

Kenninji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, autumn leaves and interior views

Komatsucho

5/5(9 area reviews)

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

Komatsucho
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka featuring a small town or village and street scenes 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
Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Higashiyama Ward
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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
Gion featuring night scenes, cycling 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
Kyoto showing mountains and a river or creek

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.

Downtown Kyoto

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