Nakagyo Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kyoto showing mountains and a river or creek
Kyoto showing religious elements as well as an individual female
Kyoto which includes interior views and dining out
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Nijo Castle featuring heritage architecture and a castle

Popular places to visit

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
Nijo Castle showing a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Nijō Castle

4.5/5(198 reviews)

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

Nijō Castle
Kyoto International Manga Museum which includes a city

Kyoto International Manga Museum

This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.

Kyoto International Manga Museum

Sanjo Street

During your visit to Kyoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sanjo Street. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Sanjo Street

Teramachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Teramachi Street. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Teramachi Street

Kyoto Tourist Information Center

5/5(1 review)

Kyoto Tourist Information Center is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Tourist Information Center

Activities

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

AU$780
per traveller
Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara One Full Day Private Tour

From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

AU$780
per traveller
From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour
Kyoto Full Day

Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour

AU$780
per traveller
Kyoto Full Day (8 hours) Ultimate Sightseeing Private Tour
Kiyomizu Temple

Private Kyoto Tour with Local Hotspots and Hidden Gems

AU$180
per adult
Private Kyoto Tour with Local Hotspots and Hidden Gems
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
Kyoto: Gion Nighttime Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Kyoto: Gion Geisha District Walking Tour at Night

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Gion Geisha District Walking Tour at Night
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Our pick of the best Nakagyo Ward Hotel Deals

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3 out of 5
80 Mikuracho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$119 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$119
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street ...
9/10 Wonderful! (221 reviews)
"Hotel located close to all of the market and shopping center."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$126 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$131 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,164 reviews)
"Excellent location. Restaurants, shopping and many historically significant attractions within walking distance. The room was small and the beds hard for my taste."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$317 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$317
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,417 reviews)
"Cross Hotel was by far one of the best hotel stays we had.the location is fantastic, walking distance to pretty much everything you would want/need. Stations within minutes. The staff is beyond helpful and friendly and the hotel is immaculate. When we are back in Kyoto, we already know where we will ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
3 out of 5
Oike-agaru, Higashinotoin St. Nakagyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is AU$88 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$88
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"loved the room, it was nice, looked good, clean, and the hotel had nice amenities and located near the train, restaurants, and tourist places."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3 out of 5
249, Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$151 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (676 reviews)
"The hotel is really nice and very conveniently located in walking distance to Nishiki market and walkable to some neighborhoods that are all nice and cute. The hotel rooms are small though, but if you just want to use the rooms to sleep at night it's ok. We stayed in a room with a 5 year old sleeping ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Nakagyo Ward

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
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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
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(593 area reviews)

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Raku Art Museum and Seimei-Jinja Shrine.

Central Kyoto
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Shimogyo Ward

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

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.

Shimogyo Ward
Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

5/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Ninnaji Temple featuring a park

Ukyo Ward

5/5(2 area reviews)

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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