Minami Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Toji Temple showing a pond and a garden
Toji Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a pond
Toji Temple which includes religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Toji Temple featuring religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Toji Temple showing street scenes, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

To-ji Temple

4.5/5(63 reviews)

The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.

To-ji Temple
Rokusonno Shrine

Rokusonno Shrine

Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Rokusonno Shrine. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Rokusonno Shrine
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
Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower

4/5(164 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.

Kyoto Tower
Nishiki Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

4.5/5(125 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.

Nishiki Market
Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kinkaku-ji Temple

4.5/5(9 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.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Activities

Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip

AU$88
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Sanzenin, Bamboo Forest, & Arashiyama Day Trip
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip

AU$98
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto Coast, Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Day Trip
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1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka

AU$215
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Day Hiroshima & Miyajima Tour from Hiroshima, Kyoto, or Osaka
Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour

Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour

AU$90
Per adult
Kyoto: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Tour
From Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara Golden Route Full-Day Bus Tour

From Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara Golden Route Full-Day Bus Tour

AU$175
Per adult
From Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara Golden Route Full-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Sites & History Day Trip

Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Sites & History Day Trip

AU$80
Per adult
Kyoto/Osaka: Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Sites & History Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals

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 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$88
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,106 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$133 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"ENTIRE hotel staff were courteous and very helpful."

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
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$185 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
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! (1,005 reviews)
It’s the location!
"Knowing that we’d be using the train quite a bit, we chose the hotel primarily for its location - just a few short blocks from the Tokyo train station. It was perfect! (It’s also happens to be across the street from a mall with a Don Quijote - great for fun flavors of KitKats and souvenirs.) The ..."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
LOISIR HOTEL KYOTO TOJI
LOISIR HOTEL KYOTO TOJI
3 out of 5
31-1 Nishikujo Zaocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$94 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
AU$94
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
"It was fabulous stay. The staff were very helpful. The room itself was delightful. I stayed in room 802 with my aunt the room was so comfortable. Will stay here again next time! Thank you to all the staff. Great job!"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

LOISIR HOTEL KYOTO TOJI
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
3 out of 5
39 Higashikujo Kamitonoda cho, Minami ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Excellent location and good facilities
"Ideal location for Kyoto station. We had a rooftop room with huge balcony. Room was nice apart from the bathroom - it’s like a plastic box that we saw a lot of ok Japan but it was on a slope so made me feel dizzy! Bedding could have been better but was ok. Breakfast was good and loved the free welcome ..."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

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Sakura Terrace The Gallery
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
3 out of 5
11 Higashikujo Nishisanno-cho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$195 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (978 reviews)
"Location was very convenient to the train station. Staff was wonderful helping check in. Breakfast was an additional cost but delicious and generous selection. Very close to food and shopping. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
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Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward

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Higashikujo Nishisannocho

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
Fushimi Inari Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and a memorial

Fushimi Ward

You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Fushimi Inari Shrine is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.

Fushimi Ward
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Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shimogyo Ward
Arashiyama Monkey Park showing animals and zoo animals

Nishikyo Ward

Well liked for its mountain views and restaurants, Nishikyo Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Katsura Imperial Villa and Saihoji Temple, and jump on the metro at Kameoka Hozukyo Station to get around the city.

Nishikyo Ward
Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

Ukyo Ward

Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.

Ukyo Ward
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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

Minami Ward Travel Guide

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