Minami Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Minami Ward
Popular places to visit
To-ji Temple
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.
Rokusonno Shrine
After visiting Rokusonno Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
Kawaramachi Street
During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Kawaramachi Street. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Full-Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Minami Ward Hotel Deals
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
The only thing i didn’t really like was the breakfast buffet. The variety of food was not as expected and a lot of the food was cold and looked like it was there a while. But there were enough choices of restaurants near by and food court at the mall next to the hotel. The location of the hotel was ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Clean rooms and friendly staff and the laundry workings great.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Bed was too hard for me. Asked for extra futon but was not available. Asked for a blanket and slept on top of the futon. Still too hard I felt like I was beaten up after two nights
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE
The best thing about this hotel is the location. The airport limousine bus stops right there and the train station is right across the street. Avanti mall is next door and Aeon Mall is a short walk away.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
Everything was stunning!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel The M’s Kyoto
Awesome place! Just wish they sold the same mugs as the ones in the room. 😊😁
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Minami Ward
Higashikujo Nishisannocho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Higashikujo Nishisannocho and surrounding area, you can visit Kyoto Station Building and Kyoto Tower.
Fushimi Ward
You might enjoy the monuments while in Fushimi Ward. Tofuku-ji Temple is a notable sight, and you can get around town at JR Fujinomori Station or Kuinabashi Station to see more of the city.
Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.
Minami Ward Travel Guide
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- Aeon Mall Kyoto
- Araki Shrine
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- Visit Kameoka
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- Visit Kizugawa
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